[ref. v01780004] Patient Care Coordinator

apartmentRobert Half placeBakersfield calendar_month 
We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Patient Care Coordinator in Bakersfield, California. In this role, you will be part of a healthcare team, responsible for handling various aspects of patient registration, adhering to healthcare regulatory laws, and ensuring excellent customer service.

Your workplace will be in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including emergency room and OB ED environments.

Responsibilities:

  • Accurately and efficiently process patient registrations, including collecting patient demographics and co-pays
  • Handle billing tasks to insurance providers, ensuring proper CPT codes are used
  • Identify the correct insurances to bill and follow all necessary procedures
  • Ensure compliance with EMTALA, HIPPA, and other healthcare regulatory laws
  • Provide exceptional customer service in high-pressure situations, such as in emergency room environments
  • Assist in meeting department financial goals and facility compliance goals
  • Adhere to the department's dress code policy, as well as all relevant state laws regarding mandatory lunch and breaks
  • Support the new service line of Labor and Delivery ED OB ED, aiming to service this area 24/7
  • Utilize strong typing skills (minimum 45 words per minute) to maintain accurate records and perform other duties as assigned. • Proficient in Customer Service, with the ability to provide exceptional support to patients and their families
  • Knowledge of Policy and Compliance in a healthcare setting, ensuring all practices align with regulations
  • Experience with Workstation Support, assisting in the maintenance of office systems and technologies
  • Familiarity with Regulatory Law as it pertains to the healthcare industry
  • Experience in Billing, specifically within a healthcare environment
  • Ability to Perform Ad Hoc Financial tasks as required
  • Knowledge of HealthCare.gov and its functions
  • Understanding of R Code, and its application in healthcare data analysis
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Health Care systems, practices, and procedures
  • Experience in Offshore coordination, if required by the organization
  • Familiarity with CPT Codes and their application in medical billing
  • Ability to handle Patient Demographic information with discretion and confidentiality
  • Experience in Patient Registration, including the collection and verification of patient information
  • Understanding of Revenue Cycle Processes in a healthcare setting
  • Knowledge of State Laws as they pertain to healthcare practice
  • Familiarity with TRICARE health program
  • Experience with NIS (Nurse Information System) or similar healthcare systems.
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