Supervisor, Patient Access, Full Time, Day Shift-8Hr

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary:

Oversees all functions within patient access. Provides technical leadership while performing escalated or complex duties. Monitors department efficiencies and assumes responsibility for meeting departmental goals. Implements plans for improvement when needed. Maintains policies and procedures. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.

Job Requirements:

Education And Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
• Five years' patient access experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) - Healthcare Financial Management Association: Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Supervises employees in patient access services and oversees all day-to-day activities and processes. Strategically aligns staff to support workload while meeting budget requirements. Exercises independent judgment in recruiting, training, coaching, supervising and responsibly directing assigned staff.
• Supervises insurance and verification authorization staff, including pre-registration activities. Ensures all patient data is accurate and that all systems work efficiently. Monitors trends in volume, errors, cancellations and other appointment-driven reporting. Plans and develops new systematic approaches to maximize upfront collections and improve/maintain accuracy in registrations.
• Conducts performance reviews and provides input on direct reports for human resource decisions such as hiring, promotions and disciplinary actions. Participates in the development of employees. Delegates the work appropriately, provides clear expectations and follows up to ensure progress and overcome roadblocks. Identifies associates and team priorities based on business direction and adjusts when needed.
• Leads by example and shares knowledge and experiences with associates and team. Models a respectful work environment, creates accountability and recognizes accomplishments. Provides timely feedback to encourage success and connects opportunities for associates’ development. Identifies top talent to achieve the desired results. Promotes and builds a diverse yet cohesive team to accomplish objectives and aligns associates' skills to fill gaps.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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