Night Shift ED Patient Access & Registration

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Part-time Patient Access Representative for the ED at night. You will greet patients, verify insurance, register for services, collect payments, schedule, and maintain patient records with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

You will collaborate with clinical and security teams to prioritize intake, enter data into EMR, and ensure compliant processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1 year of clinical admissions, patient registration, or patient scheduling experience.
• Knowledge of patient throughput workflows and regulations.
• Proficiency with revenue cycle healthcare systems.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Analytical skills to identify root causes of errors and correct them.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain professional standards and appearance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, families and visitors in the Emergency Room with professionalism and urgency.
• Complete timely, accurate patient registration and collect/verify demographic, insurance and financial information.
• Obtain signatures on consents, privacy notices and financial documents per requirements.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits and update records accordingly.
• Determine and collect co-pays, deductibles, or deposits; inform patients about financial assistance when needed.
• Collaborate with clinical and security teams to prioritize patient intake and maintain flow.
• Enter and maintain patient data in EMR/registration systems; fix duplicates and errors.
• Respond to inquiries with courtesy and sensitivity; stay informed on payer guidelines and hospital policies.
• Support process improvements and assist in training; provide backup for other Patient Access areas during peak periods.
• Duties are general and may be adjusted; management reserves the right to modify responsibilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data entry

Confidentiality

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Part-time Patient Access Representative for the ED at night. You will greet patients, verify insurance, register for services, collect payments, schedule, and maintain patient records with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

You will collaborate with clinical and security teams to prioritize intake, enter data into EMR, and ensure compliant processes.