Sup Patient Access Services

Job Summary

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At WellStar, our mission is simple, yet powerful : to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

The Patient Access Services (PAS) Supervisor position reports directly to the Manager or Director of Patient Access Services. Key responsibilities of the role include leading the daily operations of their assigned areas, including ensuring appropriate staffing, assisting with problem solving and customer service issues, and ensuring policies and procedures are being followed. Assists the PAS Manager and / or Director with other duties as required to help ensure the efficiency of the department. The position assists the PAS Manager and / or Director with monitoring, maintaining, and evaluating key performance indicators (including quality, collections, productivity, and patient satisfaction), and developing and implementing action plans for optimum performance. The Supervisor must be flexible with work hours to meet department and management needs, including 24 / 7 coverage as appropriate, and work well with other team members to ensure all areas are staffed appropriate to volumes. The PAS Supervisor will often serve in a front-line position, covering open shifts as appropriate. As a member of the PAS Leadership team, demonstrates professionalism, effective communication skills and active listening skills.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Leadership, Planning, and Budget / Financial

• Responsible for direct supervision of employees, including participating in interviewing, hiring, counseling, terminations, evaluations, and reward and recognition.
• Assesses needs and arranges for adequate levels of personnel to achieve the most effective and efficient use of staff.
• Ensure that all shifts are covered adequately to meet patient needs, including approving PTO, handling UABS, LOA, and EIB.
• Monitors time and attendance, including approving PTO, handling UABS, LOA and EIB, and addressing issues timely as appropriate.
• Facilitates a positive work environment and assists with the development and motivation of employees.
• Attends departmental, system-wide and / or interdepartmental meetings as needed.
• Leads by example, assisting in projects, working as a positive team member, and rounding and mentoring of staff for optimal performance.
• Works to meet WellStar goals related to Employee Engagement and Employee Turnover.
• Exercises cost effectiveness to reduce budgeted expenses.
• Understands and ensures adherence to financial policies and programs.
• Monitors, audits and controls handling of cash funds.
• Monitors and encourages point of service collection policies.
• Works with management to meet all financial related goals.
• Collaborates effectively with department Managers to maximize cash flow and minimize wait times.
• Participates and represents the department and hospital committees and special projects and assumes accountability as appropriate.
• Participates in meeting the goals and objectives of the PAS department.
• Collaborates with PAS Revenue Cycle leadership to develop and implement goals, objectives and Action Plans for the department.
• Responsible for the ongoing management of daily operational functions of the department.

Quality / Safety

Collaboration, Customer Service, and Partnership

General

Required Minimum Education

High school diploma in addition to 2 years post-secondary education GED in addition to 2 years post-secondary education Bachelor's Degree

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Cert Healthcare Access Assoc or Certified Patient Account Rep or Certified Revenue Cycle Rep

Additional License(s) and Certification(s) :

Patient Access Services (PAS) Operations Onboarding Training, and Patient Access Services Supervisor Training, each followed by a minimum passing score of on final exam within 45 days of hire Upon Hire Required and Staff who do not pass will no longer meet the minimum requirement and will subsequently have the option to meet with the Talent Acquisition Specialist to assess other positions available within the health system. Upon Hire Required and PAS employees who successfully complete the PAS onboarding exam will have the option to progress through enrollment to the WHS Enterprise Membership - HFMA Certification program, subject to PAS leadership approval Upon Hire Required

Required Minimum Experience :

Minimum 2 years in healthcare Revenue Cycle Required and Bachelors degree or higher may substitute for experience Required and Epic experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills :

Computer / data entry experience. Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team. Effective communication skills (both written and verbal), attention to detail, self-directed and a positive attitude are essential. Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills. Working knowledge of patient registration systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite are preferred. High attention to detail, self-directed and a positive attitude are essential. Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills. Typing or data entry competency of at least 40 words / minute. Cash handling and balancing. Demonstrated professionalism, effective communication skills and active listening skills

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