Access Coordinator

at Christiana Care Health System in Newark, Delaware, United States

Job Details
Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values ofLoveandExcellenceand are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!

ChristianaCare, with Hospitals in Wilmington and Newark, DE, as well as Elkton, MD, is one of the largest health care providers in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Named one of "America's Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report, we have an excess of 1,100 beds between our hospitals and are committed to providing the best patient care in the region. We are proud to that Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, our Ambulatory Services, and HomeHealth have all received ANCC Magnet Recognition.
Primary Function:
ChristianaCare is currently seeking a Access Coordinator in Admitting at Christiana Hospitalto promote patient and physician satisfaction through proactive patient access activities.  The schedule is 3pm to 11:30pm every 3rd weekend and holiday required.Collaborates with physicians/offices, patients and interdepartmental staff to ensure a seamless delivery of patient care and appropriate fiscal management of the encounter.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs daily operational activities (registration/verification) as associated with accurately and efficiently managing patient encounters

Registration of encounters as dictated to meet the clinical/fiscals need of the patient and institution

Determine and process payment of guarantor co-pay/deductibles per benefit plan

Maintains a solid working knowledge base of third-party specifics relative to area of practice

Coordinates patient care activities with insurance companies, care managers and physician office staff to minimize financial risk and maximize delivery of patient care

Reports any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors in a timely manner
Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate degree in Business/Medical related field preferred

Two years experience in a medical, financial or marketing institution preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
Christianacare Offers:

Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.

403(b) with company match

Generous paid time off

Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

Post End DateJun 18, 2024

EEO Posting Statement

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.