Admitting Worker, Principal

UCSF Medical Center

San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biology, Biomedical Research, Cancer, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Demographics, Disease, Diversity, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Establish Priorities, Financial Liability, Financial Planning, Financial Policies, Government Regulations, Health Insurance, Health Science, Healthcare, Healthcare Customer Service, Hospital, Information Technology & Information Systems, Labor Unions, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Medicare, Multilingual, Multitasking, Nursing, Office Equipment, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Registration, Pediatrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Reimbursement, Standards of Care, Stem Cells, Team Player, Triage Nursing, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

Under the supervision of the Admission and Registration Supervisor in collaboration with the Patient Care Unit Manager, the Principal Admitting Worker is generally assigned a primary work unit but may rotate or be assigned to any area or site as outlined in the Admitting Department Expectations.

The Principal Admitting Worker is responsible for greeting, patient identification, check-in, and registering patients, and coordinating escort upon arrival for services and/or after triage by the nurse. The registration process includes gathering financial and demographic information, cash collection, and entering it into the computer system quickly and accurately. The Principal Admitting Worker must understand their role, provide superior customer service, and maintain a high degree of professionalism. He or she is required to utilize a variety of hospital information systems to effectively communicate with patients and visitors and to effectively respond to inquiries. The Admitting Representative must comply with all guidelines put forth by the Medical Center Policies and Procedures.

All Admitting Workers have a critical influence on a patient's health care experience in our Medical Center and must act as an ambassador of services. The incumbent is responsible for meeting patient needs, demonstrating a willingness to learn new skills, and fostering a harmonious work environment in which high-quality patient care and customer service are consistently provided. Team members promote cooperative working relationships with each other, physicians, other disciplines, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback professionally.

This position requires cross-training in Financial Counseling and assisting with Senior Admitting functions as needed. Financial Counselor duties include screening and assigning patient liabilities for all emergent, urgent, and self-pay patients, processing reservations, confirming insurance eligibility and benefits, and securing authorizations. The Financial Counselor counsels patients and/or their families regarding their financial liability and secures deposits on self-pay and/or collects patient liability portions for routine/elective admissions. The incumbent will also screen all incoming patient transfers to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. Pediatric access center duties include procuring the assignment of beds from nursing units for incoming patients, tracking patient flow throughout the hospital, and performing census reconciliation.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Requirements:

  • Associate''s degree or two years of relevant experience.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience at the Sr. Admitting Worker or comparable level.
  • Proficiency in health insurance eligibility and authorization requirements.
  • Proficiency in reimbursement of financial policies.
  • ADT experience required, knowledge of office machines; typing 30 wpm, and must have basic PC skills.
  • Ability to solve problems; analyze data and recommend changes.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize.
  • Ability to follow instructions; work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Articulate and concise oral communication and the ability to write clearly and concisely.
  • Must have strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a culturally diverse staff and patient/family population.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to work in San Francisco, Monday-Friday, 9:00 to 5:30, and holidays when required.

Preferences:

  • Bilingual ability.
  • Previous experience in a hospital setting.
  • Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Knowledge of government program regulations, Medicare, MIA, CCS, and other third-party payors.

Under the supervision of the Admission and Registration Supervisor in collaboration with the Patient Care Unit Manager, the Principal Admitting Worker is generally assigned a primary work unit but may rotate or be assigned to any area or site as outlined in the Admitting Department Expectations.

The Principal Admitting Worker is responsible for greeting, patient identification, check-in, and registering patients, and coordinating escort upon arrival for services and/or after triage by the nurse. The registration process includes gathering financial and demographic information, cash collection, and entering it into the computer system quickly and accurately. The Principal Admitting Worker must understand their role, provide superior customer service, and maintain a high degree of professionalism. He or she is required to utilize a variety of hospital information systems to effectively communicate with patients and visitors and to effectively respond to inquiries. The Admitting Representative must comply with all guidelines put forth by the Medical Center Policies and Procedures.

All Admitting Workers have a critical influence on a patient's health care experience in our Medical Center and must act as an ambassador of services. The incumbent is responsible for meeting patient needs, demonstrating a willingness to learn new skills, and fostering a harmonious work environment in which high-quality patient care and customer service are consistently provided. Team members promote cooperative working relationships with each other, physicians, other disciplines, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback professionally.

This position requires cross-training in Financial Counseling and assisting with Senior Admitting functions as needed. Financial Counselor duties include screening and assigning patient liabilities for all emergent, urgent, and self-pay patients, processing reservations, confirming insurance eligibility and benefits, and securing authorizations. The Financial Counselor counsels patients and/or their families regarding their financial liability and secures deposits on self-pay and/or collects patient liability portions for routine/elective admissions. The incumbent will also screen all incoming patient transfers to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. Pediatric access center duties include procuring the assignment of beds from nursing units for incoming patients, tracking patient flow throughout the hospital, and performing census reconciliation.

Under the supervision of the Admission and Registration Supervisor in collaboration with the Patient Care Unit Manager, the Principal Admitting Worker is generally assigned a primary work unit but may rotate or be assigned to any area or site as outlined in the Admitting Department Expectations.

The Principal Admitting Worker is responsible for greeting, patient identification, check-in, and registering patients, and coordinating escort upon arrival for services and/or after triage by the nurse. The registration process includes gathering financial and demographic information, cash collection, and entering it into the computer system quickly and accurately. The Principal Admitting Worker must understand their role, provide superior customer service, and maintain a high degree of professionalism. He or she is required to utilize a variety of hospital information systems to effectively communicate with patients and visitors and to effectively respond to inquiries. The Admitting Representative must comply with all guidelines put forth by the Medical Center Policies and Procedures.

All Admitting Workers have a critical influence on a patient's health care experience in our Medical Center and must act as an ambassador of services. The incumbent is responsible for meeting patient needs, demonstrating a willingness to learn new skills, and fostering a harmonious work environment in which high-quality patient care and customer service are consistently provided. Team members promote cooperative working relationships with each other, physicians, other disciplines, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback professionally.

This position requires cross-training in Financial Counseling and assisting with Senior Admitting functions as needed. Financial Counselor duties include screening and assigning patient liabilities for all emergent, urgent, and self-pay patients, processing reservations, confirming insurance eligibility and benefits, and securing authorizations. The Financial Counselor counsels patients and/or their families regarding their financial liability and secures deposits on self-pay and/or collects patient liability portions for routine/elective admissions. The incumbent will also screen all incoming patient transfers to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. Pediatric access center duties include procuring the assignment of beds from nursing units for incoming patients, tracking patient flow throughout the hospital, and performing census reconciliation.

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