Clinic Patient Access Representative

Allina Health; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Job summary

Allina Health Pulmonary and Sleep in Edina, MN is hiring a Clinic Patient Access Representative. This role provides scheduling support for new and established patients, coordinates services, and serves as a liaison for patients, families, and staff on access-related questions.

You will also handle billing inquiries, updates to patient accounts, and document interactions in the EMR. The position is 8-hour day shifts with no weekend work and 1.0 FTE.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in healthcare or other customer service position.
• 2+ years experience of basic medical terminology experience.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling and coordinating appointments for patients.
• Serve as in-clinic resource for scheduling, billing, and service questions.
• Process incoming calls and correspondence related to access, billing, or service inquiries.
• Assist with patient account updates, including demographics and insurance information.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Healthcare terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Healthcare program training

Job description

Clinic Patient Access Representative### Clinic Patient Access RepresentativeApply: Allina Health Pulmonary and Sleep Edina: Full time: Posted Today: R-0076030**Location Address:**7450 France Ave SouthSuite 210Edina, MN 55435**Date Posted:**October 30, 2026**Department:**62729900 Pulmonology and Sleep**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Shift Length:**8 hour shift**Hours Per Week:**40**Union Contract:**Non-Union-NCT**Weekend Rotation:**None**Job Summary:**Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.**Key Position Details:*** 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)* 8-hour day shift* No weekends **Job Description:**Provides patient access and scheduling support for new and established patients and serves as a liaison for patients, families, providers, and staff regarding access and service related questions. **Principle Responsibilities*** Scheduling & Access Support + Provides scheduling support and coordination of appointments. + Schedules appointments for services within or outside of the system, following established guidelines. + Coordinates required services, medical records, and relevant patient information, including education materials.* Patient & Staff Support + Functions as an in clinic resource for patients, families, providers, and staff related to scheduling, billing, and service questions. + Processes incoming calls and correspondence related to access, billing, or service inquiries. + Facilitates billing related requests such as price estimates or itemized statements.* Issue Resolution & Documentation + Provides first resolution for patient complaints and access concerns. + Assists with patient account updates, including demographics and insurance information. + Documents patient interactions accurately in the electronic medical record.* Additional Responsibilities + May complete prior authorizations, referrals, specialty scheduling, and manage assigned work queues.* Other duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications*** Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description **Preferred Qualifications** * High school diploma or GED* Vocational or Technical Training from a healthcare program* 2+ years experience in healthcare or other customer service position* 2+ years experience of basic medical terminology experience **Physical Demands*** Sedentary:* Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently **Pay Range**### Pay Range: $22.04 to $30.01 per hour### The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.### **Benefit Summary** Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include:* Medical/Dental* PTO/Time Away* Retirement Savings Plans* Life Insurance* Short-term/Long-term Disability* Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)* Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable* Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program* Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *\\*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.*### About UsPeople at *Allina Health* have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Allina Health is an E-Verify EmployerAllina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 *must*be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly.For more information, link to:Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish# **Application Instructions:****External Candidates:** Click “Apply” to start your application. You will need to either create an account or sign into your account to submit an application.**Employees:** If you are a current Allina Health employee, you must sign into Workday and apply through Find Jobs to ensure that you are identified as an internal candidate.