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University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health

Senior Admitting Worker

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Senior Admitting Worker

Admissions and Registration - ED

Full Time

80516BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Patient Access Services Manager, the Senior Admitting Worker (SAW) is generally assigned a primary work unit but may rotate or be assigned to any area or site as outlined in the Admitting Department Expectations.

The SAW is responsible for greeting, patient identification, check-in, registering patients, and coordinating escort upon arrival for services and/or after triage by the nurse.

The registration process includes gathering demographic, financial information and entering it into the computer system quickly and accurately. Duties include cash collection and posting as appropriate. The SAW must understand their role and be able to provide superior customer service and maintain a high degree of professionalism. He or she is required to utilize a variety of hospital information systems to effectively communicate with patients and visitors and to effectively respond to inquiries.

The SAW must comply with all guidelines put forth by the Medical Center Policies and Procedures.

All SAW's play a key role in a patients' health care experience in our Medical Center and must act as an ambassador. The incumbent is responsible to meet patient needs, demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, and foster a harmonious work environment in which high quality patient care and customer service are consistently provided.

Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other, physicians, other disciplines, and the public by facilitating communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback professionally.The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $34.71 - $43.42 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or equivalent.Prior experience in healthcare, insurance-related or comparable level.Ability to problem solve; ability to analyze data and recommend changes.Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.Ability to follow instructions; work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.Must have demonstrated strong customer service skills, including personal computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to type 30 wpm or more.Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Articulate and concise oral communication and the ability to write clearly and concisely.Ability to work collaboratively with a culturally diverse staff and patient/family.Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.Ability to work on-site in San Francisco.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of experience in healthcare, insurance-related or comparable levelProficiency in health insurance eligibility and authorization requirementsExperience with Epic, Admissions, Discharges, and Transfers (ADT)Ability to speak English and a second languageExperience working in a hospital, insurance payer, or physician's office settingBasic knowledge of Medical TerminologyKnowledge of government program regulations, MediCal, Medicare, MIA, CCS, and other third-party payors

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce.

We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009032 ADMITTING WORKER SR

Job Category

Administrative Support, Financial, Support Services

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

90%

Location

Fully Onsite, Parnassus Heights (SF), San Francisco, CA

Shift

Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Variable

Shift Length

12 Hours

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