Patient Access Rep: FT Days, Nights, Weekends, Holidays.
Posted 2025-03-14About the position
The position involves greeting patients and guests courteously, whether in person or via telephone, and initiating the scheduling and check-in process for patients. The role requires obtaining and verifying accurate identification and demographic data for patients' medical records, ensuring confidentiality, and handling point-of-service collections. The individual will also verify insurance information and improve patient satisfaction through professional representation of the company.
Responsibilities
? Greet patients and guests in a courteous manner, both in person and over the phone.
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? Initiate scheduling appointments and complete the check-in process for patients.
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? Obtain and verify accurate identification and demographic data for patients.
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? Handle point-of-service collections and face-to-face patient interactions.
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? Verify insurance information through electronic means, telephone, or web applications.
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? Gather and input patient demographic and financial information accurately.
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? Explain insurance benefits and collect co-pays, deductibles, and self-pay portions due.
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? Balance cash drawer daily and prepare deposit slips at the end of each shift.
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? Demonstrate respect and cooperation in all staff relationships.
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? Adapt behavior to specific patient populations and maintain professionalism.
Requirements
? High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
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? One year of related experience in hospital, clinic, medical office, or customer service.
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? Computer skills for data entry and retrieval of information.
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? Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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? Proficiency with Windows-style applications and various software packages.
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? Strong interpersonal skills and clerical skills.
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? Technical knowledge of healthcare insurance benefits and billing regulations.
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? Good organizational, time management, and conflict resolution skills.
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? Ability to work collaboratively with other departments.
Nice-to-haves
? Certification in Healthcare Access Manager (CHAM) preferred.
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? Certification in Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.
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? Certification as a Medical Assistant or other medical specialty-based certification preferred.
Benefits
? Health insurance coverage
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? Dental insurance coverage
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? Vision insurance coverage
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? 401k retirement savings plan
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? Paid holidays
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? Paid time off (PTO)
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? Flexible scheduling options
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? Professional development opportunities
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