OverviewToday, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our teammates create value in specialty care by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering on the quadruple aim of high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care.As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment, Only SCA Health has a dynamic group of physician-driven, specialty care businesses that allows us to customize solutions, no matter the need or challenge:
We connect patients to physicians in new and differentiated ways as part of Optum and with our new Specialty Management Solutions business.
We have pioneered a physician-led, multi-site model of practice solutions that restores physician agency by aligning incentives to support growth and transition to value-based care.
We lead the industry in value-based payment solutions through our Global 1 bundled payment convener, that provides easy predictable billing to patients.
We help physicians address everything beyond surgical procedures, including anesthesia and ancillary service lines.
The new SCA Health represents who we are today and where we are going—and the growing career opportunities for YOU.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling the activities of the Admitting Department. The Supervisor is responsible for developing and improving policies, supervising and maintaining the quality performance of the Admitting Department. Must be able to travel to various physician offices to educate them on the facility admitting process. A. JOB KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrates knowledge and ability of the admitting process and can troubleshoot problems.
Prepares patient charts and enters patient information into computer.
Interviews patients, relatives or other responsible individuals to obtain identifying and biographical information. Interprets hospital regulations to patient concerning pre-operative requirements. Explains rates, charges, services, and hospital policies regarding payment of bills.
Makes copies of ID, insurance cards, etc.
Obtains signatures from patients for insurance filing and admission papers.
Collects monies due at time of admission and gives payments to appropriate personnel.
Answers telephones as needed.
Performs other miscellaneous secretarial duties as needed.
Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor.
Cognitive/Critical Thinking Skills Required
a. Performs independent problem solving
b. Makes decisions logically and deliberately
c. Performs actions that demonstrate accountability
d. Exercises safe judgment in decision making
e. Practices within legal and ethical guidelines
g. Sets sound priorities for sequencing and completing activities
h. Is consistently aware of patient safety
i. Knows how to seek resources for direction, when necessary
Acts as a lead for admitting clerks
Creates monthly schedule for admitting team
Approves/denies PTO Requests
Partners with Admitting Supervisor to complete evaluations annually
QualificationsPOSITION REQUIREMENTS License or Certification: N/A Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience: High school diploma. Has strong computer knowledge and skills. Has strong typing skills. USD $21.00/Hr. USD $25.00/Hr.