Patient Access Representative - Joplin Days Evenings

**Find your calling at Mercy!** =============================== The Patient Benefit Representative is responsible for facilitating all components related to insurance and benefit analysis prior to the delivery of services. This position must have a strong understanding of various insurances and stay abreast of payor requirements. The Patient Benefit Representative is responsible for reviewing patient appointments and/or admissions, obtaining information related to out of pocket financial responsibility, securing necessary authorizations, performing insurance management, securing insurance referral requirements and coordinates as needed with insurance companies to ensure timely reimbursement. **Position Details:** ===================== **Hours: Monday - Wednesday 10:30 am - 11:00 PM** Experience and Education Requirements Experience with medical terminology and insurance plans preferred. High School diploma required; some college helpful. Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements \- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, excellent telephone etiquette required. \- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, clinical and non-clinical hospital staff and insurance companies. \- Strong interpersonal skills. \- Strong organizational skills; attention to detail \- Ability to work under stress, meet deadlines and perform all daily assignments with consistent accuracy. Physical Requirements: •    Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis. •    Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift. •    Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties. **Why Mercy?** ============== From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.