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| Job Title: | Patient Services Rep - Somali Speaking |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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Job ID360977
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyLR-Health Care NonProfessional
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code5001
Employee ClassAFSCME Unit 4 - Health Care
About the Job
Patient Service Representative - Somali Speaking
Job Responsibilities
This position is responsible for processing registrations and admitting patients into the clinic for their appointments. These employees will:
Initiate the patient care episode and may help to begin the financial aspects of the visit (e.g., collecting co-pays, determining eligibility for the Sliding Fee Scale program, etc.) revenue cycle for the visit.
Communicate a wide range of information to the patient about the organization's procedures, patient rights and access to care.
The position adds functions and competencies which are at the core of the organization's need to helps to ensure that patients/consumers receive effective, understandable, and respectful care from all staff members effective, understandable, and respectful care that is Care will be provided in a manner compatible with their cultural health beliefs, and practices, and in their preferred language.
This position will work 100% time in person, on site at CUHCC.
On any given day staff will be engaged in some or most of these tasks, but the task mix may vary from day to day depending on patient flow. These functions represent 100% of the effort. This is a patient-facing position.
20% - Checks-in patients, collects copays
20% - Validates coverage, and collects data for registration and household assessments, determines eligibility and accurately administers patient accounts.
15% - Schedules appointments.
15% - Answers switchboard, phone lines and redirects phone calls, as needed
30% - Communicates to patients, in their own language whenever possible or through interpreter, about essential elements in their care:
Provides information about services, such as: access to CUHCC services, emergency care walk-in clinic sessions, access to behavioral health, medical and dental care, eligibility for Sliding Fee Scale program, grant activities/group meetings.
Collects documentation of informed consent to services, and rights and responsibilities of the patient and the organization.
Provides information about the organization's consumer feedback, complaint and grievance procedures, and assists them to access these processes, as needed.
Ensures the privacy of patient's health information and handles the release of protected health information, as requested.
Provides access to services offered by the patient's Health Plan, if applicable (e.g. transportation, incentives).
Shares info. and provides access to government benefits:
Assists patients in filling out applications for Family Planning Waiver Program and MN Sure
Follows-up on applications
Salary starts at $21.32/hr depending on experience.
Qualifications
All required qualifications must be documented on application materials
Required Qualifications
A minimum of four (4) years of experience or a combination of experience totaling four (4 years) in the following areas: Business college, office skills training, university level education, and/or clerical experience involving contact with the public.
A minimum of one year of experience working in a multicultural medical or social services setting.
Must be fluent in English and Somali. Please list your language fluency on your resume. Upon hire, you will need to be able to pass a language test for your proficiency in the English and the second language.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with community health intake projects involving data collection and developing relationships with patients.
Strong skills and experience with insurance verification and collecting data for electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
About the Department
CUHCC
Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
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How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
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