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Tenet Health Central Coast is an integrated healthcare system consisting of two acute care hospitals and several affiliated entities, including primary and specialty care, outpatient imaging and laboratories across the Central Coast. We remain committed to meeting the healthcare needs of the communities we serve and becoming the system of choice for both residents and visitors to this region. Unifying our resources under the Tenet Health Central Coast brand gives us the opportunity to enhance care coordination and access to the specialized services we bring to the region. Our network of medical professionals serves many diverse communities throughout the Central Coast, enabling all that come through our doors access to quality, coordinated care and advanced specialty services at convenient locations.

Mission: To provide quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve.

Vision: To consistently deliver the right care, in the right place, at the right time and to be a premier organization to work, where patient care and saving lives remain our focus.

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Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center

As the largest hospital in San Luis Obispo County, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center strives to produce optimal outcomes and exceptional patient experiences to the community it serves. With 162 beds, Sierra Vista puts advanced technology into the hands of experienced medical specialists to deliver quality healthcare. High-level services include neurosurgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, perinatology (high-risk pregnancy), neonatology (high-risk newborn care), pediatrics, cancer care, stroke, gastroenterology and trauma. Sierra Vista houses the largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit between Santa Barbara and Salinas, the only dedicated pediatric unit in San Luis Obispo County and serves as the county�s designated trauma center. Additionally, Baby-Friendly USA designated Sierra Vista as an internationally recognized Baby-Friendly birth facility. Sierra Vista is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has earned an �A� from the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade in every reporting period since it was created in 2012.

Position Summary

This position will verify patient insurance information. Collect and determine patient deductibles, co-pays and flat rates for uninsured patients. Counsel and collect patient liabilities at either bedside or in the office. Follow up on all ED accounts that have outstanding patient liability. This position will register patients, enter and update all pertinent patient information. Other duties as needed.

Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification:

1. Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

2. 3 years of registration experience in an acute care facility in the past 5 years.

3. Knowledge of Government regulations and requirements, managed care contracts and third-party requirements.

4. Knowledge of admissions and insurance verification and authorization processes in the hospital/medical office setting.

5. Knowledge of Federal health care guidelines.

6. Proficiency in micro soft products, data base management, and strong internet usage.

7. Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills.

8. High School or Equivalent

Preferred:

1. One year experience as an insurance verifier, or financial counselor in a health care setting OR

2. 6 months experience working in registration or as a financial counselor in an emergency department.

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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Pay Range: $19.50 - $25.06
Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an employee�s qualifications and experience.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant�s or employee�s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

About Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center

Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas with 112,000 employees. Through an expansive care network that includes United Surgical Partners International, we operate 65 hospitals and approximately 510 other healthcare facilities, including surgical hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care and imaging centers and other care sites and clinics. We also operate Conifer Health Solutions, which provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, physician practices, employers and other clients. Across the Tenet enterprise, we are united by our mission to deliver quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve.

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