Job Description

We\'ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!This job assumes responsibility for providing overall support to one of the following areas: Pre-Service, ED Registration, Financial Counseling, Call Center, Billing, Collections/Follow-Up, Self-Pay, Credentialing, Denials. Ensures the financial security of accounts for Ochsner patients in various ways; assumes responsibility for working and advising patient of their financial responsibility whether it is a patients self pay, co-payment or deductible; ensures the financial security of Ochsner patient accounts by carrying out one of the following functions: verifying benefits, obtaining authorizations, billing or collecting, resolving denied claims, financial counseling, credentialing, or registering patients; and directly supports the business office by assisting with the reduction of bad debt. This job is customer service focused with demonstrated ability to gather and disseminate information through effective communication with diverse groups, either in person or over the phone; exercises good judgment in handling payment or billing related issues with the aptitude to solve problems effectively and efficiently; and assumes responsibility for increasing patient satisfaction by consistently representing Ochsner Health System professionally.EducationRequired - High School diploma or equivalentPreferred - Associates degree. Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications.Work Experience
Required - 4 years direct experience in hospital, clinic, business services/revenue cycle, front line registration, financial counseling, and/or direct experience in a healthcare environmentKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Customer service focused with demonstrated ability to gather and disseminate information through effective communication with a diverse range of people, either in person or over the phone.
• Exhibits sound judgment in handling/escalating difficult situations and good organizational, time management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent decision making skills; good analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Self-directed with excellent prioritization and organization skills including the ability to handle several tasks and interruptions in a positive manner.

Job Duties

• Performs daily operations activities such as: ensures accurate and timely collection of all data necessary for the processing of charges/claims and, ultimately, the receipt and processing of payments owed to Ochsner Health System.
• Provides recommendations for system improvements in order to ensure accuracy and consistency of operational activities.
• Upholds and supports Ochsner Health System service excellence standards by providing excellent customer service and effectively communicating with patients throughout their medical experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned by a member of the Management Teams.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions. View the and its , as well as the for more information.

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