Outpatient Patient Access Specialist

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Outpatient to ensure efficient check-in, accurate data collection, and a courteous patient experience.

This full-time role supports throughput and HIPAA-compliant handling of information. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a preference for a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Promotes a positive image while maintaining confidentiality.
• Bilingual skills are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients efficiently and accurately.
• Ensure patient information is collected correctly and securely.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant handling of data and patient rights.
• Coordinate scheduling and data entry at outpatient locations.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Outpatient to ensure efficient check-in, accurate data collection, and a courteous patient experience.

This full-time role supports throughput and HIPAA-compliant handling of information. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a preference for a high school diploma or equivalent.