Full-Time Patient Access & Scheduling Coordinator

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Registration & Scheduling Specialist for Lakewood Counseling Service in Lees Summit, MO. The role involves interviewing patients, collecting demographics and financial data, and coordinating appointments through the hospital system.

You will validate insurance information, secure pre-authorization, collect co-pays, and handle admission paperwork. Minimum one year in Patient Access/Scheduling, strong communication, and keyboarding skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in clerical, patient contact, hospital business office or insurance; strong communication with patients and staff.
• Concise written communication skills and keyboarding skills required.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain demographic and financial data and access hospital systems.
• Schedule patient appointments via the electronic scheduling system and coordinate referrals.
• Gather and record financial and insurance information; obtain pre-certification/authorization for services; collect co-pays.
• Complete admission/registration paperwork and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Keyboarding

Concise written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University Health is seeking a Registration & Scheduling Specialist for Lakewood Counseling Service in Lees Summit, MO. The role involves interviewing patients, collecting demographics and financial data, and coordinating appointments through the hospital system.

You will validate insurance information, secure pre-authorization, collect co-pays, and handle admission paperwork. Minimum one year in Patient Access/Scheduling, strong communication, and keyboarding skills are essential.