Compassionate Patient Access Specialist

Ochsner Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Meridian, MS is seeking an attentive patient access representative to greet patients, handle scheduling, and complete the registration/admission process.

You will verify demographics, gather insurance information, collect co-pays, and explain benefits while maintaining confidentiality and ensuring accurate billing data. This role emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in hospital or clinical settings preferred.
• Proficient with Windows applications and healthcare software.
• Strong data entry and billing knowledge expected.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and guests and manage check-in and scheduling.
• Complete patient registration/admission and gather accurate demographic data.
• Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays and balances.
• Explain benefits and assist with financial responsibilities.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure accurate billing information.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Interpersonal

Clerical

Billing knowledge

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Tools

Windows applications

Healthcare software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Meridian, MS is seeking an attentive patient access representative to greet patients, handle scheduling, and complete the registration/admission process.

You will verify demographics, gather insurance information, collect co-pays, and explain benefits while maintaining confidentiality and ensuring accurate billing data. This role emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and compliance with healthcare regulations.