Patient Access Representative - Fulltime
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$17.8–$26.28/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Interviews patients to obtain complete demographic details, financial information, and minimum health information to ensure appropriate care provision
- Obtains copies of insurance cards and other forms of identification, and updates patient information in the medical record as necessary
- Performs point of service data collection, including identifying and collecting patient co-payments and down payments, reconciles the cash drawer, and reports daily deposit records associated with the collection of co-payments to ensure accurate accounting of revenue
- Maintains all assigned work queues according to supervisor’s instructions and guidance
- Interacts positively and in a caring manner with patients, co-workers, and others to provide highest level of customer service
- Answers incoming phone calls, schedules appointments, and refers to clinical team as needed
- Sanitizes registration equipment between each use and restocks basic supplies
- Performs other clerical duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of Healthcare Business Insight’s Patient Access 2nd Level Certification Program within six months of hire date preferred.
Employee Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Supplemental options to fit your needs
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
- Flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources
Job Location and Shift Details
- Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center
- Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation
- Shift Start/End: Day/Eve/Night/Day/Eve/Night
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- Compensation Range: $17.80 - $26.28 / hour
- Union: SMMC USWA (SMUMS)
- FTE: 1
- Weekends: Rotating