Patient Access Representative

About the Role

The Patient Access Representative performs all tasks related to pre-registration and registration of inpatients and outpatients in an efficient, accurate, and professional manner to ensure that the patient, physician, and hospital needs are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years of previous work-related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and previous medical billing, registration, and collection experience preferred.
• Attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with staff, patients/guarantors, insurance companies, physicians, and others.
• Ability to follow directions as outlined and comprehend complex issues.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment when needed.
• Bilingual preferred.

Skills

• Use of computers, with the ability to utilize a variety of software programs as needed.
• Ten-key, copy machine, fax machine, and credit card device operation.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

Pay

$23.00 - $31.82 per hour. The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by the candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.