Job summary The post holder has responsibility for: To advise to the Trust's staff and patients in determining whether patients are liable for assist in maximising cost recovery and incentive payments to the TrustTo assist in the design of training aids and communication promoting awareness of the Overseas Patients policy and legislative assist and provide information to the Department of Health, NHSI, Finance and the Trust as required.
Main duties of the job The post holder has responsibility for:To advise to the Trust's staff and patients in determining whether patients are liable for charges.
To assist in maximising cost recovery and incentive payments to the Trust To assist in the design of training aids and communication promoting awareness of the Overseas Patients policy and legislative requirements.
To assist and provide information to the Department of Health, NHSI, Finance and the Trust as required.
About us Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey.
All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance.
We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.Our Excellence ValuesCompassionAccountabilityRespectIntegrityCourageWe want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
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Job description Job responsibilities ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESIdentification To be the contact for all departments regarding the identification of Overseas Visitors.
To assist in interviewing patients to determine their eligibility for NHS treatment, including obtaining relevant documentation such as proof ofexemption.
Communicate with patients and their relatives to advise whether they are eligible for treatment, providing them with the necessary advice andinformation.Communicate with clinical and management teams to alert them of nonentitled patients.
Income Provide advice to patients and their relatives regarding their status and the costs of treatment.
To assist in helping to securing payment from patients who are not eligible before treatment is commenced (where treatment is not immediatelynecessary), liaising with clinical and managerial staff throughout the process.
Ensure accurate records of any meetings, interviews or enquiries made.
Maintain a record management system to ensure accurate and robust records of patient details, activity, income and trends are maintained.
Liaise with external agencies, including NHSI, Department for Work and Pensions, Counter Fraud and the UK Border Agency when appropriatepatients have been identified.
To arrange for interim and final accounts / invoices for patients, liaising closely with the Financial Services department to ensure that appropriatepayments are made, and/or ensure awareness of the status of the account.
Ensure all European Economic Area (EEA) exempt patients are entered on the National Web Portal following appropriate verification of patientsEuropean Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) to enable costs to be recovered from member states, and audit incentive payments received.
Policy and Procedure To interpret Department of Health (DoH) guidelines and regulations, and use these to make decisions as to whether patients are exempt or liable forcharges.
Ensure Trust policies are maintained with the latest guidelines and legislative changes.
Attend relevant external meetings on behalf of the Trust.
Reporting To maintain comprehensive and accurate records to facilitate all internal and external reporting requirements.
Update National Summary Care Record (national database) with appropriate details following the outcome of identification investigations.
Provide accurate monthly information to be submitted to the National Web Portal To ensure investigation and outcome details recorded timely and accurately on the Overseas tracking database Provide detailed and accurate information to enable internal financial reporting and the correct production of invoices.
Training & Compliance Responsible for updating National Summary Care Records as required by the Home Office Visitor & Migrant Cost Recovery Programme Responsible for updating CaMIS with Overseas Visitor Status Person Specification Education Training & Qualifications Essential GCSE's in Maths & English Part qualified CCAB accountant / finalist / professional stage or Demonstrate equivalent level of substantial experience in financial accounting and /or credit control environment Desirable Demonstrate current professional CPD Knowledge & Experience Essential Some NHS finance experience with a demonstrable track record of success In depth knowledge of the NHS Overseas Patient regulations Knowledge of the administration and billing rules associated with Overseas patients Experience of liaising with clinical colleagues and patients Knowledge of and demonstrable use of Summary Care Record Clear understanding of patient confidentiality, information governance and Data Protection issues Desirable Experience of managing staff Knowledge of NHSPS Skills & Abilities Essential Organisational skills / ability to learn Competent use of MS Office - Excel, word and database input Excellent judgement in complex fact finding situations which require analysis and interpretation of a range of options Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to people at all levels within and outside of the organisation Ability to work without supervision and to deliver to deadlines Desirable Experience using eFin, Timeware or equivalent financial accounting system