Coordinator Int

Located in the Phoenix, Ariz., suburb of Gilbert, the Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, is a 198-bed, not-for profit hospital with more than 1,300 team members and almost 900 doctors on staff representing all major specialties. In 2014, Phoenix Children’s Hospital launched a 22-bed pediatric unit inside the hospital. Mercy Gilbert opened in 2006 and has been a vital part of the growing community. Today it is the fifth largest employer in Gilbert. During the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016, Mercy Gilbert provided more than $24 million in community benefit. As a result of Dignity Health’s mission to deliver health care and partner with the community, more than 42,000 people in the East Valley were reached through community health services. For more information visit: https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/mercygilbert.

Facilitates the patient admission flow, including: patient identification, obtaining accurate demographic/insurance information and collection of required signatures and documents. Responsible for the verification and authorization of insurance benefits on all patient accounts through electronic verification system and/or third party payers in order to obtain accurate and prompt reimbursement. Provides information and answers questions about the Payment Assistance program. Collects co-payments, patient liabilities, and enters all necessary information into the hospital computer system. Provides basic level of patient care.

Minimum of three (4) years of experience in Admissions and/or scheduling in a healthcare setting. Insurance background with an emphasis on benefits, authorizations, and payment assistance.

General knowledge of medical terminology. High School graduate or equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

Typing speed 30 wpm.

Computer knowledge, proficiency with software applications.

Strong Interpersonal Skills.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Admissions and/or scheduling in a healthcare setting. Insurance background with an emphasis on benefits, authorizations, and payment assistance. General knowledge of medical terminology. Typing speed 30 wpm. Computer knowledge, proficiency with software applications. Strong Interpersonal Skills.