Emergency Department Patient Access Coordinator - Part-Time

Highmark Health; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Jefferson Hills, PA, seeks a Patient Access Coordinator for the Emergency Department. Part-time, rotating shifts, on-site responsibilities include scheduling, registration, and admitting patients while confirming insurance and collecting applicable balances.

You will protect patient confidentiality, work under pressure, and coordinate with care teams to ensure a smooth patient experience.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or 1–3 months related experience or equivalent.
• Experience operating a PC and using software applications.
• One previous year of related experience, preferably in a medical setting or financial services.
• Preferred medical terminology and insurance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduling, registration, and admitting functions; verify insurance information.
• Collect and update data to ensure timely and accurate bill submission.
• Explain patient financial responsibilities and assist with payment collection as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and privacy policies.

Skills

PC skills

Medical terminology

Insurance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Jefferson Hills, PA, seeks a Patient Access Coordinator for the Emergency Department. Part-time, rotating shifts, on-site responsibilities include scheduling, registration, and admitting patients while confirming insurance and collecting applicable balances.

You will protect patient confidentiality, work under pressure, and coordinate with care teams to ensure a smooth patient experience.