$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
Imagine yourself in a new career withOptum360. As part of theUnitedHealth Groupfamily of businesses, we\'re a dynamic new partnership formed by Dignity Health andOptum. We\'ll count on your professionalism, expertise, and dedication to help ensure that our patients receive the quality of care they need. So, if you\'re looking for a place to use your passion, your ideas and your desire to drive change, this is the opportunity for you.
The pace is fast, so your ability to multi-task is essential. You should also enjoy working with people and have the communication skills necessary to build strong relationships with our customers. Our facility has an onsite cafeteria that provides discounts to employees.
Location:This position will be in the Main Admitting and MPTL Department. . Our office is located at GLENDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER, 1420 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, GLENDALE, CA, 91204.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Under the guidance and direction of the patient, access unit leadership and sensitive to the employee work life balance, will work a predefined schedule to support the operational and facility-based needs of twenty-four (24) seven (7) days a week operation
- As patients require admissions,Transfers and or Discharges at the facility location. With the understanding to teamwork and support that may require modification to meet those needs
- Supports clinical bed management duties by ensuring system updates have been made in required IT systems for Admits, Transfers and Discharges, meeting 5-minute performance standards
- Corrects registration edits and demographic updates as required when changing patient status
- Conducts Insurance Eligibility / Benefit Verification via web-based tools and as necessary by phone
- Supports registration activities by printing necessary documentation (i.e., face sheets, patient armbands, etc.), coordinating production with the facility caring for the patient
- Provides fax, phone, or electronic notification to payers of patient admissions and upgrades
- Identifies issues in need of escalation to corporate Financial Clearance staff and / or facility financial specialists (i.e., Financial Clearance and / or Financial Counseling staff)
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of specific registration requirements for all areas, including Inpatient and Outpatient Registration Services
- Ensures complete, accurate and timely entry of demographic information into the ADT system at the time of registration
- Communicates with the facility or providers when necessary to clarify or obtain additional patient information
- When necessary, escalate accounts to appropriate facility Patient Registration leadership staff
- Complies with HIPPA, PHI and its implications, ABN, MSP, EMTALA, etc. and other regulations which affect the registration process
You\'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
- 1+ years of experience working in a hospital patient registration department, physician office setting, healthcare insurance company, revenue cycle vendor, and / or other revenue cycle related roles
- Ability to work 100% onsite at Glendale Memorial Hospital & Medical Center, 1420 South Central Ave, Glendale, CA 91204
- Ability to work 4 days a week from 10:00AM - 9:30PM
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of charity care programs as well as the various government and non - government programs
- Experience with MS4/Cerner
- Knowledge of both government and commercial insurances
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish OR Armenian
**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you\'ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Groupis a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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