"Patient Financial Service Representative - Admitting - Per Diem 8 Hour Variable Shift (Union)"

The Patient Financial Service Representative reviews treatment plans to determine individual patient costs, review with new patients regarding benefits and costs of treatment, and determines patient eligibility for assistance programs. Enrolls patients in applicable foundations and reimbursement/assistance programs. Reviews patient accounts to perform collections and communicates with patients regarding past due amounts. Insurance benefit investigation for all new patient appointments. Assists medical billers with patient communication for a variety of matters.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Knowledge of basic computer operation.

Required License/Certification: AB 508 Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department, and maintained by renewal before expiration date.

As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USCVHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services.

The hourly rate for this position is $28.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.