Patient Access Representative
UnityPoint Health – Meriter · Madison, WI · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
We're seeking a Patient Access Representative to support a smooth, accurate, and welcoming experience for patients and visitors. This role plays a key role in patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring every interaction is efficient and compliant with financial and insurance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately collect, analyze, and record demographic, insurance, financial, and clinical data in the system, ensuring all required documentation is complete
- Maintain strong knowledge of insurance plans and verification processes
- Answer and route phone calls professionally; take accurate messages
- Educate patients on financial obligations, including point of service (POS) collections and estimates
- Assist with patient self-service registration processes
- Monitor and manage multiple work queues to ensure timely workflow
- Refer patients who need financial assistance with their clinic/hospital bills to a Financial Advocate
- Schedule walk-in procedures and collaborate with central scheduling regarding other needs
Schedule
Week 1: Mon/Tue/Wed/Sat 6a-2:30p. Week 2: Sun/Thurs/Fri 6a-2:30p.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- At least two (2) years of customer service or healthcare related experience is preferred