Onsite Patient Access & Registration Specialist

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Employer 403(b) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UCHealth is seeking a Patient Access Specialist for an onsite role in Pueblo, CO. The position handles receptionist, registration, and clerical duties to register patients for services.

Responsibilities include confirming information, verifying insurance, handling payments, and coordinating with providers to schedule visits. This is a full-time day shift with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Meets with patient and/or patient's caregiver to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of visit, instructions, and addresses concerns and questions.
• Communicates with referring provider's office, clinical department(s), and/or other appropriate personnel to exchange necessary information and determine schedule.
• Verifies insurance benefits and obtains pre-certification/authorization as necessary.
• Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up. Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Job description

UCHealth is seeking a Patient Access Specialist for an onsite role in Pueblo, CO. The position handles receptionist, registration, and clerical duties to register patients for services.

Responsibilities include confirming information, verifying insurance, handling payments, and coordinating with providers to schedule visits. This is a full-time day shift with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.