Patient Access Representative I

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Carbondale
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

$2000 Sign On Bonus For External CandidatesCombine two of the fastest - growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making Healthcare data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.SMThis position is full - time (40 hours / week), Monday- Sunday. Employees are required to work any 8 OR 10-hour shifts between our normal business hours of 5:00 AM - 12:30 AM. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work weekdays, occasional overtime, every other weekend, and holidays. Our office is located at 1 GOOD SAMARITAN WAY, MOUNT VERNON, IL, 62864.We offer 5 days of training. The hours during training will be in various hours from Monday - Friday.Primary Responsibilities:

• Gathers information from patient and enters into appropriate database. Seeks appropriate resources to resolve issues about the type, date or location of prescribed procedures
• Schedules patient procedures in a manner that most efficiently utilizes the patient's time and clinical resources. Coordinates and communicates schedules
• Assists with coordination of activities related to insurance pre-certification/authorization
• Provides counseling to patient, participant or their representative regarding pre-service requirements and instructions
• Performs clerical and reception duties associated with patient registration
• Performs other duties as assignedYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
  • Ability to work onsite in 1 Good Samaritan Way, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864
  • Ability to work any 8 OR 10-hour shifts between the hours of 5:00 AM - 12:30 AM including the flexibility to work weekdays, occasional overtime, every other weekend, and holidays based on business need
  • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationPhysical and Work Environment:
    • Frequent lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 0 - 25 lbs.
    • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive foot / leg and hand / arm movements
    • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors
    • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication
    • Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
    • Frequent keyboard use / data entry
    • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and gripping
    • Occasional lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 25 - 50 lbs.
    • Rare climbingUnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.Military & Veterans find your next mission: We know your background and experience is different and we like that. UnitedHealth Group values the skills, experience and dedication that serving in the military demands. In fact, many of the values defined in the service mirror what the UnitedHealth Group culture holds true: Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation and Performance. Whether you are looking to transition from active duty to a civilian career, or are an experienced veteran or spouse, we want to help guide your career journey. Learn more at https://uhg.hr/transitioning-militaryLearn how Teresa, a Senior Quality Analyst, works with military veterans and ensures they receive the best benefits and experience possible. https://uhg.hr/vetCareers with OptumInsight. Information and technology have amazing power to transform the Healthcare industry and improve people's lives. This is where it's happening. This is where you'll help solve the problems that have never been solved. We're freeing information so it can be used safely and securely wherever it's needed. We're creating the very best ideas that can most easily be put into action to help our clients improve the quality of care and lower costs for millions. This is where the best and the brightest work together to make positive change a reality. This is the place to do your life's best work.SM**PLEASE NOTE** The sign on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Keywords: #RPO, #RED

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