Patient Access Services Representative West Valley Outpatient Imaging Clinics

Primary City/State:

Phoenix Arizona

Department Name:

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Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Revenue Cycle

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health we understand that and thats why we work hard every day to make a difference in peoples lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in peoples lives and your own If so this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Banner Health was named to Fortunes Most Innovative Companies in America 2025 list for the third consecutive year and named to Newsweeks list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second year in a row. Were proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.

Banner Health was recently recognized on Forbes inaugural list of Americas Dream Employers 2025. This list highlights employers across the country that prioritize workplace excellence and the happiness satisfaction wellbeing and fulfilment of their employees.

Banner Imaging offers a customer-focused team that provides a comprehensive range of Medical Imaging procedures in a friendly work environment and career growth opportunities. As a Patient Access Services Representative you are the first point of contact to patients and visitors as they come into the office. Youll perform a variety of front office administrative task. Youll work closely with a team of individuals dedicated to providing the positive patient experience.

LOCATION:

Primary:

• Banner Imaging Arcadia Clinic- 4200 East Camelback Rd Phoenix AZ 85018
• Banner Imaging Palm Valley- 13555 W McDowell Rd Ste 106 Goodyear AZ 85395

Additional :

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Full Time / 40 Hours A Week
• Monday-Friday
• Saturday Rotation
• 8 Hour shifts
• 6:30am- 6:00pm

DUTIES:

• Checking in and registering patients
• Enter patient demographics
• Scheduling appointments
• Checking authorizations with authorization department
• Taking payments
• Working within Microsoft Office
• Working with referring providers to deliver patient care for our exam

Equipment/Software:

• Microsoft Office
• FUJI RIS
• Experian and Flywire
• Cerner
• Curae
• PACS
• Rightfax

Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health. From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities Banner Healths varied medical imaging and radiology services help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans. Medical Imaging professionals also enjoy access to: - State-of-the art technology - The latest in Picture Archival Communication System (PACS) technology - Relocation assistance - Tuition reimbursement - Continuing education programs - Career growth and promotion opportunities - Travel medical imaging technologist positions.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position conducts customer service registration point of service collections may validate and/or obtain authorizations from payers in order to maximize reimbursement. Provides a customer-oriented interaction with each patient in order to maximize customer experience. Obtains all required consents for each registration. Document all facets of the registration process loads correct payer(s) to each account and meet accuracy goals as determined by management. Collect payments and regular collection targets as determined by management. May perform financial counseling when appropriate. Meets productivity targets as determined by management. Demonstrates the ability to resolve customer issues and provide excellent customer service.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Helps provide a positive customer experience by welcoming patient to facility introducing self explaining what rep intends to do with patient thanking them for choosing Banner Health.

2. Performs pre-registration/registration processes verifies eligibility and obtains authorizations submits notifications and verifies authorizations for services. Verifies patients demographics and accurately inputs this information into A/D/T system including documenting the account thoroughly in order to maximize reimbursement and minimize denials/penalties from the payor(s). Obtains federally/state required information and all consents and documentation required by the patients insurance plan(s). Must be able to consistently meet monthly individual accuracy goal as determine by management.

3. Verifies and understands insurance benefits collects patient responsibility based on estimates at the time of service or during the pre-registration process. As assigned collection attempts may be made at the bedside. Must be able to consistently meet monthly individual collection target as determined by management.

4. May provide financial counseling to patients and their families. Explains company financial policies and provides information as to available resources offers and assists patients with applying for Medicaid. Assists patients with completing all financial assistance programs (i.e.: basic financial assistance enhanced financial assistance prompt pay discount loan program).

5. Acts as a liaison between the patient the billing department vendors physician offices and the payor to enhance account receivables performance and meet payment collection goals resolve outstanding issues and/or patient concerns and maximize service excellence.

6. Communicates with physicians clinical and hospital staff nursing and Health Information Management Services to resolve outstanding issues and/or patient concerns. Works to meet the patients needs in financial services.

7. Consistently meets monthly individual productivity goal as determined by management. Completes daily assignments/work lists keeps electronic productivity log up to date and inputs information accurately. Identifies opportunities to improve process and practices good teamwork.

8. Provides a variety of patient services and financial services tasks. May be assigned functions such as transporting patients may precept new hire employees recapping daily deposits posting daily deposits or conducting other work assignments of the Patient Financial Services team.

9. Works independently under regular supervision and follows structured work routines. Works in a fast paced multi task environment with high volume and immediacy needs requiring independent decision making and sound judgment to prioritize work and ensure appropriateness and timeliness of each patients care. This position requires the ability to retain large amounts of changing payor information/knowledge crucial to attaining reimbursement for the services provided. Primary external customers include patients and their families physician office staff and third-party payors.

Performs all functions according to established policies procedures regulatory and accreditation requirements as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Requires knowledge of patient financial services financial collecting services or insurance industry experience processes normally acquired over one or more years of work experience. Requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision and to work independently. Requires strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with a wide range of audiences.

Strong knowledge in the use of common office software word processing spreadsheet and database software are required

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital BTMC Behavioral and BUMG BUMCT or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CHAA certification is preferred. Work experience with the Companys systems and processes is preferred. Previous cash collections experience is preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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