Dental Clinic Patient Access Specialist

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium coverage

Paid time off

Longevity pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry, Bellaire Clinic, seeks a Patient Access Representative to greet patients, register them, schedule appointments and verify insurance at 6500 W Loop S, Suite 200-A, Bellaire, TX 77401.

This front-facing role emphasizes exceptional customer service, accurate record keeping, and collaboration with clinic teams to ensure a smooth patient experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year hospital/medical business office experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain demographic, insurance and financial information from patient or guarantor.
• Enter information in computer systems with high accuracy.
• Schedule patient appointments and enter required information accurately.
• Explain forms to patients and obtain signatures.
• Post payments and collect patient liabilities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service and support clinic operations.

Skills

Patient access

Customer service

Communication

Healthcare exp

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EHR system

Insurance software

Job description

UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry, Bellaire Clinic, seeks a Patient Access Representative to greet patients, register them, schedule appointments and verify insurance at 6500 W Loop S, Suite 200-A, Bellaire, TX 77401.

This front-facing role emphasizes exceptional customer service, accurate record keeping, and collaboration with clinic teams to ensure a smooth patient experience in a fast-paced environment.