Access Coordinator II - FT - 7a-3:30p e/o wknd & e/o hol.

Christiana Care Health Services; Rutherford (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Christiana Care Health System is seeking an Access Coordinator II to support patient access operations across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings. The role emphasizes accurate registration, verification, and timely collection of payments, while guiding patients on financial responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree, 2+ years in medical/financial settings, and the ability to manage multiple software/websites.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business/Medical related field preferred.
• Two years' experience in a medical, financial or marketing institution preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple software/websites simultaneously.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily operational activities (registration/verification) to accurately and efficiently manage patient encounters.
• Registers encounters to meet clinical/fiscal needs of the patient and institution.
• Determines and collects pre-service or point-of-service payments in various settings; may pursue past due balances.
• Educates patients on financial responsibilities per their benefit plans as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of third-party specifics related to the area of practice.
• Coordinates patient care activities with insurance; care managers and physician office staff.
• Performs work safely following established safety rules and practices.
• Reports unsafe conditions or hazards to ensure safety.

Education

Associate degree in Business/Medical related field

Tools

Software/Website management

Job description

Job Details

Access Coordinator II - FT - 7a-3:30p; e/o weekend & e/o holiday

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To promote patient and physician satisfaction through proactive patient access activities. Collaborates with physicians/offices, patients and interdepartmental staff to ensure a seamless delivery of patient care and appropriate fiscal management of the encounter.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs daily operational activities (registration/verification) as associated with accurately and efficiently managing patient encounters.
• Registration of encounters as dictated to meet the clinical/fiscals need of the patient and institution.
• Responsible for determining and collecting pre-service or point-of-service payments in assigned outpatient, inpatient, emergency department, or call center settings. Collection efforts may also include past due balances.
• Be well-versed in payment plan and financial assistance options that are available to patients, and present options to resolve patient liability, as needed.
• Must be prepared to educate patient on their financial responsibility, according to their benefit plan, as needed.
• Maintains a solid working knowledge base of third-party specifics relative to area of practice.
• Coordinates patient care activities with insurance companies, care managers and physician office staff to minimize financial risk and maximize delivery of patient care.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established safety rules and practices.
• Reports any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors in a timely manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree in Business/Medical related field preferred.
• Two years' experience in a medical, financial or marketing institution preferred.
• Previous insurance or third-party experience is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple software/websites simultaneously
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Onsite Christiana, Union & Wilmington Hospital Caregivers: Ability to travel and work at either site depending upon department needs.

Hourly Pay Range: $20.24 - $30.36

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date
Nov 9, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/