Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

Oncology Charge Capture/Patient Services Rep, OMCC, Port Angeles & Sequim, 1.0 FTE, Day Shift

Hourly Wage
18.29 - 25.23 USD

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

• Shift Differentials:
  • Evening $2.00/hour
  • Night $2.50/hour

• Premiums:
  • Weekend Premium $2.00/hour
  • Standby Premium $2.75/hour
  • Lead Premium $1.50/hour
  • Per Diem Premium 15% (on base, in lieu of benefits)

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for review of professional and technical fees in medical and radiation oncology, and account management in accordance with Olympic Medical Center (OMC) policies and procedures, as well as, compliance with Federal, state, and payor policies. Understands Medicare, outpatient, and physician payment systems including facility and professional charges. Maintains current knowledge of billing procedures, reimbursement criteria, regulatory publications and data entry programs including, ARIA, and Epic. Communicates regularly with department staff and providers regarding changes in coding and billing. Obtains insurance verification of coverage, verifies payor policies, and acquires authorization for treatment and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate degree in Health Information Management, Business Administration or related field preferred.
Experience
Three years minimum experience preferred in healthcare obtaining authorizations, billing and/or coding, preferably related to medical and/or radiation oncology using a professional practice management system.
Customer service experience in an office setting.
Licensure/Credentials
American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) certification preferred.
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) certification preferred.
AMAC (ROCC) Radiation Oncology Certified Coder preferred.
Union
UFCW 21 Support Services

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

• Insurance Plans
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Retirement Programs (Pension Plan, 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans)
• Short Term Disability/Paid Sick Leave
  • Washington State PFML – Partial wage replacement for your own disability, or in some cases for the care of a disabled family member. This plan is administered by Washington Employment Security Department. Additional details can be found at https://esd.wa.gov/paid-family-medical-leave
  • Paid Sick Leave – PSL is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked and is available to use after 90 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off (upon hire into a benefit eligible position)
  • Union Employee Holidays & Vacation
    • Full-time Employee Holidays – 7 fixed holidays and 3 Floating holidays. Floating holidays are allotted annually on anniversary date or date specified by contract.
    • Part-time Employee Holidays – Part time holiday bank (equivalent to 10 days per year for a full-time employee); use by request or receive payout of 8 hours upon reaching 24 hours in bank.
    • Vacation – Beginning accrual equivalent to 14 days per year for a full-time employee. Pro-rated for part-time employees. Employees may begin using vacation after completing 1040 benefit hours. Accrual rate increases with years of service. Refer to your Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for details.

• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Additional Benefits, such as:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness Club Reimbursement (available beginning the first full month of employment in a benefit eligible position)
    • $20 per month fitness reimbursement
  • Cafeteria and Espresso Bar 10% employee discount
    • $10 certificate to the cafeteria on your birthday month!
  • Verizon and AT&T mobile plan discounts

Other Compensation:

• Relocation Assistance