Admissions & Collections Clerk - Clinical Scheduling

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System (RUHS) - Community Health Centers is seeking an Admissions & Collections Clerk within the Community Health Center department to join their team in Moreno Valley.

Under general supervision, incumbents will be responsible for answering incoming calls, interviewing callers to determine needs, transferring calls to the appropriate department when needed, verifying insurance eligibility, and/or verifying there is a valid referral and authorization; specializing clerical work in checking-in, admitting, pre-registering, or scheduling patients for hospitalization or clinic visits, evaluating and determining financial liability for services and establishes payment sources, arranging payment plans consistent with patient ability to pay, and performing other related duties as required.

• Bilingual
• Experience in the medical field/office
• Call center experience

This position does allow for telecommuting but will require employees to report to the office for training and equipment issues.

Work Schedule:
5/40: Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Meet the Team!
Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Review patient personal data to evaluate the patient's eligibility for medical assistance programs using formal medical program guidelines.
• Review patient insurance forms and cards to ensure completeness and accuracy as required by assistance programs and private insurance carriers for billing and payment.
• Evaluate possible assistance eligibility and refer patients to Medi-Cal and MISP as appropriate.
• Contact patient's medical insurance carrier to obtain authorization for treatment and verify eligibility and coverage.
• Assist patients with scheduling hospital or clinic appointments in person or over the phone.
• Pre-register scheduled services during scheduling process or any time prior to receiving services as directed by supervisor or manager.
• Receive and record payments for medical treatment from patients.
• Record payment information on patient payment receipt and log this information on the appropriate forms.
• Complete patient medical information or MISP Share of Cost Forms; attach cash payment receipt to ensure reimbursement from medical assistance program.
• Refer patients with problem accounts to Patient Accounts for review of account status.
• Receive required information from patients and complete medical forms to ensure accuracy of patient data.
• Collect and prepare receipt for monies.
• Register patients for medical services such as emergency treatment and non-emergency walk-in treatment.
• Serve as a resource person for patient registration in the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) clinics.
• Assist in conducting outpatient registration audits and participate in RUHS quality assurance initiatives.
• Reconcile daily charge sheets of patient visits to ensure that charges for healthcare services rendered are captured in a timely manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Raven Padilla at rpadilla@rivco.org or 951/955-0780. Please allow 1-2 business days for response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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