Patient Access Advocate, Full-Time Mid Shift
Intuitive Health · Melissa, TX · 5 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
Intuitive Health, a pioneer in the combined emergency room and urgent care model, is seeking a Patient Access Advocate for a full-time mid shift position (12PM - 8PM). This role is responsible for greeting patients and visitors, facilitating timely and accurate patient registration, answering phones, collecting payments, and performing general clerical duties to ensure a welcoming environment, excellent customer service, and accurate recordkeeping that supports clinical staff and efficient patient flow.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients and visitors in a courteous, professional manner in person and over the phone
- Register new patients and accurately update demographic, insurance, and billing information
- Verify insurance eligibility and benefits and collect copays, deductibles, and payments in accordance with company guidelines
- Facilitate patient flow by notifying clinical staff of arrivals, communicating delays, and keeping patients informed
- Answer phones using proper etiquette; route calls and take messages as needed
- Provide general information such as directions, office hours, and policies
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
- Perform clerical tasks including copying, scanning, faxing, and filing
- Maintain waiting areas, front desk, and reception spaces in a clean, organized, and presentable condition
- Assist with supply management, including ordering and stocking as needed
- Support patients and families with a friendly and reassuring approach, promoting positive patient experiences
- Attend staff meetings and required training sessions; maintain ongoing knowledge of role responsibilities
- Adhere to all company policies, safety regulations, and administrative procedures
- Perform other duties within scope as assigned
Qualifications
- Demonstrated customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn new technology and systems
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected; incumbent will be required to work at any facility and be responsible for own transportation
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- One (1) year of customer service experience
- Experience in a healthcare, hospital, emergency department, urgent care, physician practice, or medical office setting
- Experience with patient registration, insurance verification, or electronic medical records (EMR/EHR)
Competencies
- Customer service focus and strong communication skills
- Professionalism, tact, and teamwork
- Flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Basic technical and computer literacy (Microsoft Office, office equipment, patient management systems)
- Organization and time management