Customer Service Associate

Our client, a children's hospital based in Westwood, MA, is seeking a Customer Service & Patient Collections Associate to assist with inbound calls. Compensation for this role is $24 per hour. Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply today for immediate consideration.ResponsibilitiesReceives and resolves patient inquiries via a high volume of incoming telephone, mail correspondence and electronic messaging regarding a variety of billing issues.Collects any outstanding balances and updates all demographic and insurance information during patient contacts. Researches all inquiries to resolution using various sources, including contacting insurance companies and other outside contacts. Communicates response to patients on findings accurately and in a timely manner.Alerts management of any recurring billing trends and or issues encountered through patient contacts and when possible assists in developing solutions to said problems.Verifies insurance eligibility utilizing available technologies, payor websites, or by phone contact with third party payors.Collects and assigns referrals received via telephone, fax, and or electronically.Reviews PCP and self-pay exceptions report and resolves issues.Follows established regulations and procedures in the collection, recording, storage and handling of information. Ensures required documentation of issues is complete, accurate, timely and legible. Protects and preserves confidentiality and integrity of all information according to Boston Children's Hospital's HIPAA confidentiality policy.Qualifications1+ year of previous customer service experience required in a healthcare and/or high-volume call center environment.High school diploma / GED requiredBeacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.Company Profile:Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)