Patient Advocate

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • 2 year / Associate Degree in a related field (Required) ;In lieu of an Associates Degree; a Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 2 - 3 years Healthcare Financial counseling in a patient registration environment; or 2-4 years of Healthcare experience in registration or experience obtained through a financial institution, collection agency or similar work environment. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

  • Required Certifications/Licensures: CPAR Certification must be obtained within 20 months of hire, ACA Certification.

GENERAL SKILLS

  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Mathematical
  • Analytical
  • Grammar/Spelling
  • Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
  • Follow Verbal Instructions
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
  • Have good - manual dexterity
  • Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
  • Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
  • Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
  • Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  • Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  • Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  • Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)