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Accounts Receivable Specialist- Physician Billing
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist I is responsible for the billing and collection of the accounts receivable for either St.

Luke’s Hospital services and/or the professional-fee billing for physician and advanced practitioner services for the St.

Luke’s Physician Group.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist I is responsible for accurate and timely submission of claims to third-party payers, intermediaries and guarantors in accordance with network policy.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Process all UB04 and HCFA-1500 claims through the related billing system, working the related claims scrubber in a timely and efficient manner; performs all associated duties in order to ensure the completeness and accuracy of all claim information, facilitating maximum reimbursement.

Performs duties as scheduled, prioritizing as required to ensure claims are submitted timely, and maximize cash flow is received.

Verifies accuracy of billing data and makes revisions as need be.

Identifies and reports any claim submission issue trends to Management team.

Obtains and maintains a basic understanding of third party billing requirements as assigned, including federal, state and commercial payers.

Responsible for account receivable, investigates and reviews claims based on the productivity standards set by management.

Analyze daily aging of insurance accounts via the billing system to determine appropriate follow up for non- payment and delayed payment accounts, as well as to ensure compliance with all Federal, state, insurance payer and St.

Luke’s Network policies.

Analyzes denied claims and investigates the reasons causing the denial and takes the necessary action to resolve the denial and/or resolution of the account.

Seeks resolution to problematic accounts and payment discrepancies with optimal goal of receiving accurate payments and maximum reimbursement.

Statuses claims resolution, appeals and corrected claims via payer websites when possible.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting up to 8 hours per day, 4 hours at a time.

Continuously fingering and handling for data entry, typing, etc… and occasional twisting and turning.

Uses upper extremities for occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs.

Frequently stoops, bends, or reaches above shoulder level to retrieve files.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation and telephone.

Seeing as it relates to general vision.

Visual monotony when reading reports and reviewing computer screens.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Medical Billing/Coding Program certificate preferred.

Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with third party billing in a hospital similar medical facility or physician’s office is preferred.

Direct experience is required with Microsoft Office Suite and web navigation and /or web based applications.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Pathologist
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Pathologist performs highly complex laboratory testing.

Microscopic examination and interpretation of surgical pathology, autopsy pathology, and cytopathology (GYN and non-GYN) specimens for premalignant, malignant, and inflammatory changes.

Serves as an expert in clinical and anatomic pathology providing appropriate consultations to health care providers both within and outside of the laboratory.

Assumes responsibility for teaching/training of students and/or new employees, problem-solving and quality control.

Performs special assignments as delegated.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs microscopic review of histologic and cytologic slides, with interpretation and rendering diagnoses.

Creates accurate and legible surgical pathology and cytopathology reports in the computer in a timely manner to convey microscopic interpretation and diagnoses of specimens Checks gross examinations performed by pathologist assistants (PA’s) to address or correct inadequacies, serves as a consultant for PA’s in matters of grossing issues, and performs gross examinations as needed Performs intraoperative frozen section diagnoses including gross examination of specimen, determination of appropriate tissue sample(s) to freeze, sectioning specimen on microtome, interpretation of results and reporting orally to the submitting surgeon in a timely manner.

On occasion in the absence of a trained lab aide or PA, perform the entire procedure solo including proper labeling of specimen and slides as well as cytochemical staining.

Provides immediate, on-site evaluations of fine needle aspirations (FNA’s) and touch preps of biopsies performed by the radiology, gastrointestinal and thoracic surgery departments (and others as requested).

On occasion in the absence of trained lab aide or PA, be responsible for the preparation and staining of aspirate smear or touch prep slides as well as aliquot specimens into different fixatives as needed.

Be responsible for the adequate and proper procurement of tissue(s) for special studies (i.e.

molecular studies) as requested Reviews peripheral blood smears and body fluids as needed from the clinical laboratory Reviews of serum and urine protein electrophoresis and immunofixations as assigned Serves as a consultant to the members of the clinical and anatomic laboratories as needed Serves as a consultant to clinicians and other health care providers outside of the laboratory as needed Provides on-call coverage after business hours and on weekends as assigned.

Performs post-mortem examinations (autopsies) including gross examinations and dissections of organs, adequate tissue sampling for histologic review, microscopic examination of histology specimens, creating a preliminary autopsy diagnosis report and construction of a final autopsy report correlating all clinical, gross, and microscopic diagnoses and data.

Attends designated intradepartmental committee meetings Serves as member of hospital committee(s) as assigned Performs educational activities (lectures, slide reviews, etc.) as assigned for medical students and residents as assigned Presents cases at hospital tumor boards as assigned including prior review of material and creation of PowerPoint presentations as needed Participates in Department QI initiatives Maintain expertise in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology services with emphasis on new technology and growth in the fields.

Attends continuing medical education sessions inside and /or outside of the hospital campus to meet minimum requirements of accreditation.

Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.

Has access to proper means of transportation between hospitals within network providing coverage as assigned PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting up to 8 hours/day in 2 hour increments.

Standing up to 6 hours/day in 2 hour increments.

Driving a vehicle up to 2 hours one way to travel to hospitals within network providing coverage as assigned.

Frequently uses fingers to review microscopic slides, enter results in the computer, and to handle and manipulate surgical specimens.

Rarely lifting up to 400 pounds (with assistance) to move bodies.

Stoop occasionally.

Bend frequently.

Reaches above shoulder level occasionally.

Must be able to feel size, shape and texture of specimens.

Hear normal conversation.

Seeing as it relates to general far/near/color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and to read from computer monitor.

EDUCATION: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Pathology residency, combined Anatomic Pathology / Clinical Pathology program.

Certified in anatomic and clinical pathology, by the American Board of Pathology or the American Osteopathic Board of Pathology.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Neurology LPN
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse's (LPN) primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of health care management for the practice.

This will include actively participating and supporting primary clinical teams.

The LPN behaves in a professional manner, and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

The LPN will work with and receive supervision from the Practice Administrator, physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to the Physician Billing computer system and patient satisfaction survey.

Maintains high level of competence on Physician Billing computer system.

Utilize computer system to schedule appointments and track referrals.

Opens and closes office as required.

Assists in capturing patient demographic information.

Takes active role in facilitation of team approach to functions within the department attends departmental meetings, actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified, analyzes current procedures, bringing suggestions for improvement to the attention of team members and supervisors for consideration.

Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services per practice protocol.

Confers with the physician, NP or PA regarding any incomplete patient tests/consults or other incomplete orders to the patient visit.

Prepares patients for the examination and treatment by escorting them from the reception area to the exam room prior to the provider entering the exam room.

Height, weight and vital signs.

Update medication list.

Update allergies in record.

Update personal, family and social history.

Inquire about smoking status.

Obtains the Chief Complaint for the visit.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed keeps exam rooms clean, maintaining clinical supplies in exam rooms, cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments, gives injections or immunizations, Phlebotomy, Pulmonary Functions/Nebulizer, EKG, OB/GYN exams assist as needed.

Disposes of Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

Maintains supplies
- Medical supplies, disposing of expired Sample medication.

As appropriate assists with scheduling outpatient testing, pre-certifying patients for procedures and referral processing, triage and respond to patient communications within practice guidelines, refill medications per practice protocol.

Communicates and Coordinates with providers or Care Coordinators regarding hospital discharge, ED visits, Consulting physicians, Community resources, Disease management, Patient Self management, Patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, Individualized patient care plan.

Follow-up contact with patient as indicated to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Requires continual use of fingers for patient care, writing and computer entry.

Routinely uses upper extremities; occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push cart ith supplies up to 30 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchair with patient weighing up to 325 pounds.

Regularly requires ability to stoop, bend and reach above shoulder level.

Requires ability to hear normal conversation and good general, near and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION: LPN with current state appropriate licensure TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years office experience in a similar setting.

Current CPR required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Case Manager, Acute Rehabilitation - Per Diem, Primarily Mon-Fri
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Provides comprehensive care of patients admitted to the inpatient acute rehabilitation unit from admission through discharge.

This includes securing coverage for services through continued stay reviews, retro authorizations and other coverage related efforts.

The Case Manager actively explores and utilizes available internal and external resources to facilitate safe transitions from rehab, maximize quality of life beyond discharge, and reduce length of stay when appropriate.

This includes assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating health and community related services to meet a patient’s physical, psychosocial, vocational, and health needs in a cost effective, outcomes-oriented, and timely manner.

As department needs change, the services may be performed at any level within the Network’s continuum of services and/or sites.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs admission review on all rehabilitation patients that identifies psycho-social barriers, interventions to implement, and discharge planning needs to meet the desired goals for the next step in the continuum of care for the patient.

Completes an ongoing assessments of discharge planning needs, identifies and mitigates barriers, and proactively facilitates changes to ensure a safe, timely and efficient discharge.

Completes documentation Facilitates resolution of issues surrounding patient care in a compassionate, empathetic manner.

Maintains a calm, rational, professional demeanor when dealing with others, even in situations involving conflict or crisis.

Collaborates with the patient, family, or other caregivers, and interdisciplinary team to design a discharge plan respective of the patient’s needs and goals.

Remain in contact with the patient/family at least three times per week to ensure the patient/family remains informed of the rehab process and discharge plans.

Participates in daily “stand-up” meetings with the interdisciplinary team to briefly review patient progress and provide updates on information relevant to the patient’s plan of care.

Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings for all patients which includes scheduling appropriate patients, completing documentation, and follow up with patients and families post meeting.

Arranges for services prior to discharge to meet patient’s needs both at time of discharge, reduce readmission, and maintain a healthy long-term outlook.

This includes but is not limited to community, state, and federal resources and DME acquisition.

Provides appropriate assistance to complete medical paperwork.

Provides education to patient and families around issues related to adaptation to the patient’s diagnosis, illness, treatment, discharge plan and/or life situation.

Collaborates with outpatient Care Managers to identify patients for handover and post discharge follow-up.

Acts as a resource to the staff for coverage issues, discharge options, community resources, and regulatory issues regarding discharge planning and psychosocial processes.

Helps patients understand their rights regarding patient choice, medical treatment, advanced directives, and other related issues.

Maintains clinical records of all patient contact, clinical reviews, and interventions according to hospital policy and other regulatory guidelines (i.e.

Medicare, CARF, JCAHO, etc.).

Documentation is completed in a progressional and timely manner and includes interventions, recommendations, and referrals.

Facilitates authorizations, pre-certifications, concurrent reviews, and retro authorizations related to rehabilitation services and services pertinent to discharge planning.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting for up to 5 hours per day, 2 hours at a time.

Standing for up to 1 hour per day, 1 hour at a time.

Walking for up to 2 hours per day, 20 minutes at a time.

Occasionally uses fingers to turn pages.

Frequently uses hands to write, type, and hold charts.

Rarely uses the hands or fingers for firm grasping or twisting/turning.

Frequently uses upper extremities to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

Frequently stoops, occasionally squats, rarely reaches above shoulder level.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation in person or on telephone.

Seeing as it relates to general vision, near vision, far vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION: MSW, RN (BSN preferred), OR Masters in a related field of physical, occupational, or speech therapy may be considered based upon experience and knowledge of care management and discharge planning.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Preference is for at least two to five years of clinical experience in healthcare preferred, preferably in a rehabilitation hospital.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Medical Assistant, Float Pool SLPG; Bethlehem/Easton Region
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Medical Assistant, Float Team – SLPG is responsible for assisting in the delivery of healthcare support for practices within a defined region(s).

The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

This professional must have a multidisciplinary skillset, be flexible in their daily assignment(s), and travel to practices within the assigned region(s).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider.

Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.

Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room.

Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit.

Assists in capturing demographic information.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments ; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines.

Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

Actively participates in department activities: attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures.

Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels.

Performs other administrative tasks (e.g.

check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed.

Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration.

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

Travel throughout an assigned geographic region(s) of SLPG practices.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required.

Graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs are strongly preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Preferred: Two years' experience in a similar healthcare setting.

Customer service experience is strongly preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Polysomnographer Trainee (Cover letter REQUIRED)
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Polysomnographer Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions under the direct supervision of a Registered Polysomnographer.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of a polysomnographer.

Demonstrates knowledge in the set-up and use of nasal CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, End Tidal CO2, Transcutaneous CO2, Home studies and oxygen.

Acquires study data per department policies including the initiation of videotaping upon patient arrival.

Scores all in lab and home studies according to the latest practice parameters.

Handles lab chemicals with appropriate safety precautions to self and others.

Documents on study per policy.

Maintains neat and clean work area.

Maintains logbook for all studies performed.

Completes Interscorer Reliability by the 15th of each month.

Performs confirmation calls.

Correctly enters charges.

Completes EPIC process to assign and end studies ensuring studies are assigned to the proper physician.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting up to 8 hours per day in 4-hour increments.

Standing up to 4 hours per day in 2-hour increments.

Walking up to 2 hours per day in 15-minute increments.

Frequently uses fingers to manipulate small electrodes, syringes, etc.

Continuous use of hands for writing, operating equipment, etc.

Occasional twisting and turning of hands and body.

Occasional lifting/carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.

Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment/patients up to 450 pounds.

Occasional stooping/bending and reaching above shoulder level.

Rarely crouches or kneels.

Ability to feel needed in placing electrodes.

Hearing as it pertains to normal, high, and low frequencies.

Seeing as it pertains to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Visual monotony.

EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED equivalent.

0 months to 1 year of polysomnographic experience.

New Jersey Candidates
- Trainees working in NJ also require an active NJ Polysomnographic Trainee License.

If not Registered after one year of training, will require an active NJ Polysomnographic Technician License.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Enrollment in A-Step Program.

Trainees will be enrolled in the ASTEP Introductory class on the 1st day of work upon hire.

Completion of A-Step modules within 6 months of completing the ASTEP introductory course.

Additional info: Cover letter required for consideration Program details 80-hour introductory course (8 AM
- 4:30 PM) in the first 3 weeks Three trainee shifts per week, from 7 PM
- 7 AM (3 nights a week, 12-hour shifts) Location varies by campus openings Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
internship
Medical Assistant - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Medical Assistant, Practice Operations' primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice.

The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider.

Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.

Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room.

Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit.

Assists in capturing demographic information.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines.

Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

Actively participates in department activities; attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures.

Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels.

Performs other administrative tasks (e.g.

check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed.

Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration.

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required.

Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Customer service experience is strongly preferred.

BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Where applicable, a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist will be completed during the on-boarding process for new or transferred employees to confirm mastery of skills relevant to the service line.

This on-boarding checklist will be acknowledged by practice leadership or a provider when appropriate; records will be retained at the practice location.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Dexa Scan Technician - Per Diem
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Dexa Scan Technician performs bone density testing (Dexa Scan) procedures adhering to the principles of radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Properly identifies patient and exam and performs Dexa Scan services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the technical quality.

Responsible for successful technical continuity of care and education of Dexa Scan procedures to patients.

Demonstrates competency in knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.

Assists in gathering, recording data, and serving as committee members for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.

Assumes responsibility for assigned area, making sure all equipment and supplies necessary for that area are readily available for use.

Practices safe protection for self and patients adhering to the guidelines of radiation protection and infection control.

Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.

Cross-trains for mammography technologist, if site applicable.

Teaches and trains students in their specified technology, if site applicable.

Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.

Provides education information to patients regarding their examination and Osteoporosis.

Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.

Responsible for the success of the department to achieve Press Ganey goal of 90%.

Every patient should receive patient education and your personalized business card.

Apology cards should be sent or given to all patients when we do not meet their expectations.

You will be required to submit a list of these patients to your manager at evaluation time.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Frequent use of fingers and hands for positioning, operating equipment.

Walking or standing for up to 8 hours per shift in 30-minute increments.

Pulling, pushing, and lifting patients up to 300 pounds with assistance.

Lifting and moving objects of up to 30 pounds.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.

Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited ARRT Program.

ARRT registered.

Must pass registry within 1 year of hire date.

Failure to do so will result in re-classification.

Certification by the ACR or ISCD in Dexa Scan/Bone Density testing or registry eligible.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 1-year experience as a Dexa Scan technologist preferred and ongoing training in department procedures.

At least 1 year experience in mammography performed if site applicable.

Current CPR certification required.

History of computer usage experience required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

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Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Inpatient Coding Specialist, FT and Per Diem Available, Remote (PA, NJ Candidates)
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown, Remote 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

REVISED: 7/04, 8/11, 2/13, 9/13, 2/14, 1/17 AHIMA Certified Required: CCS, RHIA, or RHIT REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE: Fully remote for local (PA, NJ) candidates only.

Home base out of Allentown, PA.

Full Time: Day shift with flexible hours.

Mon-Fri with weekend rotation every 3rd week.

Per Diem: Total shift flexibility.

Must be able to commit to working at minimum 16 hours per month .

Codes and abstracts all pertinent patient medical information according to ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding conventions, UHDDS guidelines and CMS directives.

Completes data entry of abstracted inpatient/outpatient diagnosis and/or procedure codes into Network’s health information system.

Collaborates with the Health Information/Medical Records and Finance departments to ensure appropriate flow of information.

The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

PLEASE NOTE: A 10-question coding skills assessment is a part of the SLUHN application process.

The following materials will be needed in order to complete the assessment: INPATIENT – ICD-10-CM & PCS codebooks; OUTPATIENT – ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codebooks.

Please plan your time accordingly.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1.

Codes and abstracts diagnosis and procedure information from patient medical records according to AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 coding conventions, UHDDS and CMS guidelines and regulations.

Utilizes the 3M Encoder to verify and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes, and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.

2.

Maintains 95% data quality coding accuracy rate as measured through quarterly department quality reviews.

3.

Maintains daily productivity and turnaround times as outlined in Department’s Performance Improvement plan (attachment A) 4.

Responsible for remaining up-to-date knowledge of AHA ICD-9-CM/ICID-10-CM/PCS coding conventions, MS-DRG and APR-DRG principles and guidelines.

Maintains a working knowledge of prospective payment systems as it relates directly to coding process.

5.

Participation in department and sectional meetings, education sessional sessions and workshops as scheduled.

6.

Maintains working knowledge of clinical documentation improvement program and functions as liaison for RN clinical documentation specialists (inpatient coding professionals only).

7.

Demonstrates/models the Network’s core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external).

8.

Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.

9.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.

10.

Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).

11.

Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.

12.

Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.

13.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.

OTHER FUNCTIONS: 1.

Assists in training of new personnel 2.

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICIAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: Sitting for up to 7 hours per day, 3 hours at a time.

Repetitive arm/finger use retrieving/viewing computerized patient medical record and abstracting of patient information.

Extended periods of vision use for reviewing and coding computerized patient records approximately 7 hours per day, 3 hours at a time.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.

Occasionally may be required to use upper extremities to lift up to 10 lbs.; stoop, bend, or reach to retrieve resource materials and/or paper records in accordance with department downtime policy..

POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS: No identified risks.

SPECIFIC PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE: N/A MOST COMPLEX DUTY: Ability to apply objective understanding of AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS coding conventions and AMA CPT-4 guidelines.

Appropriately assign diagnosis and procedure codes for accurate reimbursement.

Understanding computerized health information system and encoding software systems.

SUPERVISION (Received and/or Given): IP and OP coding coordinators COMMUNICATIONS: Communicate frequently in a tactful, respectful and diplomatic manner with internal and external customers.

Advises respective coordinators of issues requiring immediate attention.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Adheres to the confidentiality guidelines as outlined within the Hospital and departmental policies.

Promotes positive customer satisfaction by way of prompt and courteous service.

QUALIFICATIONS (MINIMUM) EDUCATION: RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS eligible or currently enrolled in a Health Information Technology or other health-care related program desired.

Will consider candidate with greater than 3 years experience in the coding field without coding credentials.

Candidate will be expected to obtain their AHIMA credential within three years of hire date to retain position with St.

Luke’s University Health Network.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year demonstrated ICD-10-CM inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in acute care, teaching setting.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology as well as AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 coding conventions required.

Previous experience with EPIC health information computerized patient record and 3M encoding system preferred.

AHIMA Certified Required: CCS, RHIA, or RHIT REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE: Fully remote for local (PA, NJ) candidates only.

Home base out of Allentown, PA.

Full Time: Day shift with flexible hours.

Mon-Fri with weekend rotation every 3rd week.

Per Diem: Total shift flexibility.

Must be able to commit to working at minimum 16 hours per month .

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Care Management Outreach Coordinator
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Care Management Outreach Coordinator (CMOC) will be responsible for helping patients and their caregivers navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors mainly through in person home visits or community-based visits.

The CMOC supports the care managers through an integrated approach to care management and community outreach.

The CMOC provides social support and informal light health coaching, advocates for individuals and community health needs with government agencies or health service providers, supports telehealth visits and health screenings.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete assigned care plan tasks as assigned by the Care Manager to address SDOH barriers and work toward meeting care plan goals.

Develops and maintains relationships with community agencies and resources.

Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families while providing general support and encouragement to the patient through in person home visits, community-based visits, and telephonic outreach.

Screens for home safety and health concerns.

Compliant with annual network or department competencies focusing on health coaching patients on self-management tools related to chronic illnesses and appropriate health coaching.

Telehealth visit assistance with technology, access to , MyChart access and gathers medication bottles, patient questions for review by RN Care Manager Assists patients and RN Care Manager with medication review during home or community visits.

Utilizes motivational interviewing technique and scripting when outreaching the patient or caregiver.

Attend provider and community appointments with patients as directed by Manager Provide referrals for services to community agencies utilizing Findhelp as appropriate.

Maintain timely, accurate, complete, and consistent documentation appropriate to role in the electronic medical record.

Assist patients with completing applications and registration forms.

Maintains expertise in telehealth procedures, participates in staff meetings, participates in network and/or department committees or special projects as assigned.

Participates in precepting new employees as assigned.

Participates in peer educational presentations.

Attends scheduled rounding and site visits and on-site meetings or education as required.

Screens the need for referrals and determine eligibility for services, according to government and local program guidelines.

Supports Network and department goals and objectives.

Appropriate time management with regard to home visits and documentation.

Contributes and maintains knowledge of current SLUHN care management programs available to patients and families.

Completes Community Health Worker course within 1 year of hire date.

Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled according to Network/ Entity policies.

Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.

Other related duties as assigned.

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to sit for 2 hours per day, and up to 1 total consecutive hour.

Must be able to stand for 6 hours total per day and up to 4 consecutive hours.

Be able to walk six total hours per day and up to 30 total consecutive minutes.

Must have the ability to frequently use fingers and hands.

Must have the ability for touching as it relates to feeling objects by touching with skin, particularly that of the fingertips.

Must have the ability for hearing as it relates to normal conversation, high frequency, and low frequency hearing sounds.

Must have the ability for seeing as it relates to general vision, near vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Graduate/GED with 3 years of patient care or community resource experience required.

Associate degree with 2 years of patient care or community resource experience preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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