Insurance Verification Specialist I - Hiring Event
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. Positions are available in Little Rock & Benton/Bryant.
Job description
The Insurance Verification Specialist I is responsible for verifying insurance benefits, processing authorizations and pre-certifications, and working appropriate registration and billing work queues. The patient representative is expected to demonstrate competency in the job elements.
Job Requirements
- Conducts verification of eligibility and benefits for patient insurance.
- Completes authorizations and pre-certifications, tracks pre-authorizations and maintains referrals.
- Enters benefit and authorization information into EPIC.
- Initiates peer-to-peer submissions and works closely with clinical counterparts to collect requested information.
- Obtains and coordinates completion of out of network waivers.
- Coordinates with UAMS Office of Financial Clearance when appropriate.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflows with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Deals with conflicts in a positive and professional manner using careful listening and negotiation skills to resolve disagreements.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, Joint Commission, EMTALA, and OSHA.
- Demonstrates a high level of integrity and innovative thinking and actively contributes to the success of the organization.
Requirements
- High school graduate, GED, or formal education equivalent.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Decision-making skills
- Must maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
- Highly motivated and self-directed individual to establish plans of action.
- Highly proficient in computer and keyboard skills.
- Four (4) years of experience in customer service, call center, business office administration, registration, billing, insurance, or scheduling.
- Preferred: Experience working in a healthcare environment.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- Retirement plan
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.