Reference #: R12451
CMSAt ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives.We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.The Cardiac Management Solutions division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops products to protect and manage cardiac patients, including the LifeVest wearable cardioverter defibrillator (WCD), the ZOLL cardiac monitor, and associated technologies.Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. At ZOLL, your work will help to ensure cardiac patients get the life-saving therapy they need. To date, the LifeVest WCD has been worn by hundreds of thousands of patients and saved thousands of lives.ZOLL has been Pittsburgh's Manufacturer of the Year, one of Western PA's Healthiest Employers, and even one of Pittsburgh's Coolest Offices. But it's our unique opportunity to impact people's lives that makes ZOLL the ideal place to build your career.Job SummaryThis individual is responsible for the assignment and support of work flow and training of the Intake department to ensure timely processing of new referrals (medical orders). This individual also performs and supports quality reviews and resolution of all front-end tasks. Senior Intake Specialist works closely with Intake Supervisor and Manager of Intake.Essential Functions
Act as the point of contact for issues of moderate complexity relative to the Intake process.
Assign workload to Intake staff to effectively provide coverage for all teams as necessary (orders, tasks, faxes)
Perform all regular Intake Specialist duties as dictated by the needs of the business and ensure timely completion
Ensure all medical orders get billed in a timely manner to maximize revenue opportunities, increase cash flow, and close segment/month on time
Monitor HIPAA compliance within department
Ensure timely processing of tickets within all queues assigned to the Intake department
Perform regular quality checks of orders worked by Intake Specialist to support dispensing accuracy and department standard for quality.
Provide coaching to Intake Specialists as needed, assist in tracking and reporting in these areas
Organize and deliver regular team huddles
Participate in staff 1:1 meetings
Respond to escalations from sales team in a timely manner
Complete requests submitted to the New Intake Review Queue, Catchall Queue and Perceived Error queue in a timely manner, ensure feedback is delivered individually to staff to improve quality and performance
Identify areas of opportunity to improve processes along with aiding in the implementation of those changes
Responsible for creating and documenting SOP's for department use
Required/Preferred Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required required and
Associate's Degree in nursing, business, or other related field preferred or
Bachelor's Degree in nursing, business, or other related field
preferred
3-5 years insurance verification experience
required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Superior communication; both verbal and written
Strong customer service skills
Proficiency in navigating several software systems concurrently
Aptitude to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under strict deadlines
Attention to detail
Superior organizational and time management skills
Ability to communicate policy information in a clear and detailed manner
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this J b, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.ZOLL LifeVest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.