Patient Access Representative I

Job Description SummaryUnder direct supervision, the patient access representative – Telehealth reports to the clinical Manager of Acute Services, and directly supports inpatient telehealth consults. This position works closely with departmental, clinical, physicians and division staff to assist potential customers in medical care at MUSCEntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type​RegularCost CenterCC004498 CHSCorp - TelestrokePay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-20Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftJob DescriptionUnder direct supervision, the patient access representative – Telehealth reports to the clinical Manager of Acute Services, and directly supports inpatient telehealth consults. This position works closely with departmental, clinical, physicians and division staff to assist potential customers in medical care at MUSC. This position triages site requests according to established algorithms, answering questions, resolving issues and referring to appropriate clinical team for issues as necessary. Assist with operational duties in support of the various telehealth programs to ensure successful delivery of telehealth care. This position performs quality data collection of accurate information including demographic, physician, insurance and other miscellaneous information needed to complete patient’s information. follows established protocols needed to ensure accurate Telehealth billing. This position will also process patient preadmission and admission demographic and insurance data, and function as a liaison between registration, clinical staff and the telehealth sites. This role displays highest level of customer service, attentiveness, and consideration possible in all areas. Additional Job DescriptionHigh school diploma or equivalent (GED), with 1 year of customer service experience. Ability to interpret and apply financial procedures and regulations preferred. Previous experience with hospital information systems or word processing preferred.Physical Requirements Mobility & Posture Standing: Continuous Sitting: Continuous Walking: Continuous Climbing stairs: Infrequent Working indoors: Continuous Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent Working from elevated areas: Frequent Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent Kneeling: Infrequent Bending at the waist: Continuous Twisting at the waist: Frequent Squatting: Frequent Manual Dexterity & Strength Pinching operations: Frequent Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous Reaching overhead: Frequent Reaching in all directions: Continuous Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous Full use of both legs: Continuous Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent Lifting & Force Requirements Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent Examples: Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force Vision & Sensory Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous Color discrimination: Continuous Depth perception: Continuous Peripheral vision: Continuous Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous Tactile sensory function: Continuous Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous Selected Positions: Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous Respirator use qualification: Continuous Work Environment & Conditions Effective stress management: Continuous Rotating shifts: Frequent Overtime as required: Frequent Latex-safe environment: Continuous If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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