The salary range for this position is $20.36 - $25.45 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

The Pre-Service Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Pre-Service Specialist will schedule and pre-register patients for their upcoming service at Northwestern Medicine. This role includes scheduling the patient, updating the insurance information, performing medical necessity checks as appropriate, verifying the authorization was initiated by the physician’s office, check-in and check-out, and contacting the patient to notify them of any possible patient financial responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

Politely and promptly answers and appropriately triages department telephone calls in an efficient, professional manner.Correctly identifies and collects patient demographic information in accordance with hospital standards.Schedules appointment in centralized scheduling system, in accordance with AIDET service standards using scripted language for greeting the caller, reviewing the scheduling activity and summarizing the transaction at the end of the call.Consistently practices Patients First philosophy and adheres to high standards of customer service.  This includes setting an example to peers, coworkers, etc. by fostering a team atmosphere.Is proactive in preventing issues with patient visit by double checking type of test, preps required, assuring no conflict with other tests, verifying time and location, communicating relevant information and documenting order retrieval in notes for check-in person.Communicates information to the patient regarding questions about physician referrals, insurance referrals and consultations.  Collects authorization numbers in appropriate systems as applicableProactively obtain Email addresses and help enroll patients in Patient PortalInteracts with various hospital departments and physician’s offices to effectively schedule and direct patients through the NMHC systems in a patient/customer friendly manner.Utilizes multiple online order retrieval systems to verify or print the patient’s orderReach out to patients to schedule an appointment as definedWhen necessary, requests interpreter services for patient’s visit with Patient Representative Department. Utilizes the language line of the hospital to schedule patients who require interpretation service.Understands minimum data set required for a complete registration, collects and verifies critical data and updates that information into registration systemUnderstands departmental and individual quality metrics, including– abandonment rates, average answer delay, RONA, AIDET scorecard, quality reviews, and not ready %. Performs medical necessity checks as necessary for scheduled services, communicates options to patient if appointment fails.Proactively analyzes account activity, identifies problems, and initiates appropriate actions/resolutionsCompletes Check-in process including confirming identity, offering MyChart enrollment, obtaining signatures, colleting co-pay/deposit/outstanding balances, validating parking, distributing office specific forms to fill out.Completes Check-out process including scheduling/coordinating requested follow-up appointments, printing AVS for non-MyChart patients and answering patient’s questions.Responds to questions and concerns.  Forwards, directs and notifies Team Lead or Operations Coordinator of extraordinary issues as necessary.Evaluates procedures and suggests improvements to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.Verifies insurance eligibility and benefit levels through the use of online clearinghouse tools (NDAS, ASF, etc.) or over the phone as necessary.Facilitates the pre-authorization of diagnostic exams, between referring physicians and insurance carriers, through the use of online tools, worklists, and direct phone calls as necessary.Ensures that outpatient procedures have a valid ICD-9 code, and that for Medicare patients, medical necessity has been met.  Communicates with physician offices to troubleshoot failing medical necessity for Medicare patients.Informs patients of any issues with securing the financial account for their encounter.Completes out-of-pocket estimations as requested by patients.Provides professional and constructive environment for communication across units/departments and resolves operational issues.  May attend intra/interdepartmental meetings which involve walking within NM Campus.Provides training and education as needed.Completes other duties assigned by manager. Cross-training between various departments may take place to ensure coverage.Communicates customer satisfaction issues to appropriate individuals.Participates in departmental quality improvement activities.Provides ideas and suggestions for process improvements within the department.Monitors registration and scheduling, including insurance verification to ensure processing within prescribed quality standards.Adjusts processes as needed to meet standards.Participates in Quality Assurance reviews to ensure integrity of patient data information.

Qualifications

Required:

High School diploma.1-2 years customer service experience.Proficient in typing.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree.Healthcare Finance and/or Healthcare Insurance Knowledge.Experience in a healthcare setting, especially patient scheduling and/or registration.Coding Certification.Certified Healthcare Associate Designation (NAHAM).

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.