Patient Access Associate 1- Part time- Evening/night

pPart time. One weekend 3 pm-11:30 pm, one weekend 11 pm-7:30 am.br/nbsp;/p pThe Patient Access Associate 1 is responsible for financial counseling and insurance verification, and notification to patients and/or guardians of financial responsibility. Identifies and communicates payer authorizations and referral requirements as required.nbsp;br/br/strongJob Responsibilities/strongnbsp;br/br/nbsp;/p div ul liWorks independently to complete assignments without close supervision; Improves inefficiencies and minimizes repetitive errors by changing/improving workflow processes; Uses a logical process to identify the cause of problems and develop appropriate solutions./li liSelects an appropriate method of communication for audiences and adjusts communication style when needed./li liExplains insurance benefits and patient liability by using appropriate communication methods/styles./li liApplies knowledge of online payer verification systems to obtain and validate insurance information on a timely and accurate basis./li liCoordinates with other departments to assist or transport patients/visitors requiring special attention/support; Interviews patients to secure and document required medical, financial, demographic and insurance information./li liEducates and assists patients with the completion/submission of applications for alternative sources of payment for healthcare services including medical assistance programs, loans and grants./li liReports safety hazards/violations and takes appropriate action to protect the environment and guests until help arrives – if necessary./li liCommunicates scheduling changes to patients, staff, physicians and patient representatives in a timely and professional manner./li liMay perform additional duties as required./li /ul /div pbr/br/strongAdditional Requirements/strongnbsp;br/br/Experience - 1 year of customer service or 1 year of experience in a medical setting. Or Associates degree in lieu of experience./p pEducation - High School diploma or equivalent./ph2Company/h2divp class="MsoNormal"/p p class="MsoNormal"We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.nbsp;br//p p class="MsoNormal"iInova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law./i/p/div