Patient Advocate
2 months ago
Par, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Unity Communications
Full time
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Advocate to join our team at Unity Communications. As a Patient Advocate, you will play a critical role in navigating the complexities of medical billing and ensuring that patients receive the care they need.
Key Responsibilities- Handle a high volume of phone calls and maintain accurate patient records
- Maintain daily work queues and documentation, ensuring timely and efficient processing
- Provide technical assistance with agency issues, services, and programs, ensuring seamless communication with patients and healthcare providers
- Maintain and create files for recordkeeping systems, adhering to strict confidentiality and data protection protocols
- Sort, label, electronically file, and retrieve documents or other materials, including those from the HPE overnight process, with precision and attention to detail
- Collect and review patient information to determine patient eligibility, ensuring accurate and timely processing
- Complete Medicaid applications online using the FSSA Benefits Portal, ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines
- Prepare and review documents for accuracy and completeness, ensuring high-quality output
- Communicate clearly, promptly, and positively with patients, coworkers, and clients, building strong relationships and trust
- Maintain confidentiality at all times, adhering to HIPAA, HITEC, and other relevant regulations
- Exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of Unity Communications in all personal and professional settings, serving as a role model to colleagues and associates
- Collaborate with supervisor to identify personal learning needs and set goals, utilizing available resources and training opportunities
- Maintain a working knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures, participating in updates and other communication provided
- Collaborate with team members to support their efforts, promoting teamwork and a positive work environment
- High school diploma or equivalent educational levels
- Computer proficiency, with experience in multiple systems and EMRs
- At least one year of combined experience working and training as a Patient Advocate or other related jobs
- Working knowledge of HIPAA, FDCPA, and Red Flags regulations
- Considerable knowledge of Medicaid programs and the Federal Marketplace
- General knowledge of all agency and community programs and services that could affect clients and applicants
- Ability to multitask, speaking on the phone, searching databases, and typing, with efficiency and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Good mathematical reasoning and computational skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret rules, regulations, and procedures
- Ability to communicate with clients, applicants, the public, and public officials to obtain data, explain, and interpret rules, regulations, and procedures
- Ability to work independently and with others on a team to complete tasks
- Ability to perform job functions within structured time frames
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high level of accuracy
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Professional attitude and ability to maintain composure in urgent or confrontational situations
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Team player attitude
- Ability to develop and retain professional relationships with onsite hospital staff
- Experience using Epic Software (a plus)
- HMO coverage with two free dependents upon regularization
- VL/SL credits upon regularization
- Friendly and supportive work culture
- 13th-month pay and other Philippine government-mandated benefits
- Nontaxable allowances
- Pay increases, performance bonuses, birthday gifts, and many more
- Transportation allowance