Access Associate

Rochester Regional Health; Springs (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Clifton Springs is seeking an Access Associate to support patient interactions, handle check-in/check-out, and process payments. You will be the first contact for patients and families, requiring a warm, inviting demeanor and clear communication.

The role involves registration, verification of insurance, and handling payments as part of daily duties, with a rotating weekend schedule.

Qualifications

• 2 year degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Manage incoming calls while providing information; greet patients, give directions as needed, and schedule appointments.
• Registration & Verification: Complete the registration process for patients; verify insurance eligibility and obtain precertification/authorization when applicable.
• Billing & Payments: Collect and process payments when applicable.

Skills

Intermediate computer skills

Excellent customer service and comms

Education

2 year degree or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY

As an Access Associate, you will be responsible for many administrative support duties, such as greeting patients, performing check-in and check-out procedures and processing payments. This position requires a warm and inviting disposition, as you will be the first point of contact for our patients and their families.

STATUS: Full-Time

LOCATION: Clifton Springs Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Admitting

SCHEDULE: Varies, including rotating weekends

ATTRIBUTES

• 2 year degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred


• Intermediate computer skills


• Excellent customer service and communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Customer Service. Manage incoming calls while providing necessary information; greeting patients providing direction as needed and scheduling patient appointments


• Registration & Verification. Complete the registration process for patients as defined by departmental policy; verify insurance eligibility/coverage and obtain necessary precertification/authorization when applicable


• Billing & Payments. Collect and process payments when applicable

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67-100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver's license.

PAY RANGE: $18.25 - $20.50