Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Patient Advocate to assist patients with applications for Medical Assistance, hospital charity care, SSI/SSDI, and support for Marketplace insurance. The primary goal is to assess eligibility, gather required documentation, and maintain accurate records while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with applications for Medical Assistance (MA), hospital charity care, and SSI/SSDI.
• Interview patients at the bedside and in the Emergency Room to assess eligibility and gather information.
• Identify eligibility and collect required documentation.
• Submit and track applications with the local assistance offices.
• Provide support for Marketplace insurance when applicable.
• Maintain accurate records and meet productivity goals.
• Verify and update insurances.
• Use, protect and disclose patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Understand and comply with Information Security and HIPAA policies and procedures at all times.
• Limit viewing of PHI to the absolute minimum as necessary to perform assigned duties.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent is required, healthcare-related degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem solving and investigative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Gracious and welcoming personality for customer service interaction.

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in a customer service and/ or healthcare preferred.

Skills

• Bilingual in Spanish (spoken and written skills) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and be detail-oriented.
• Ability to use the internet and learn databases.
• Ability to meet monthly productivity goals.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work at various client sites as needed.
• Must possess a smart-phone or electronic device capable of downloading applications, for multifactor authentication and security purposes.
• Physical Demands: The employee is required to move around the work area; light lifting required; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.
• Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
• MUST BE ABLE TO GO TO HANOVER LOCATION TWICE A WEEK.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.