Outpatient Scheduling & Referral Access Specialist

Kern Medical; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits coverage may be-offer

Shift differentials vary per classif

Extra-help employment limited term

Job summary

Kern Medical in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Patient Access Services Representative I - Temporary to greet patients, schedule exams, and complete registrations. You will verify insurance, enter data into the EHR, and help patients navigate payment options.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED and at least six months of patient access experience, with strong communication and HIPAA knowledge. This temporary role offers potential health benefits and varies by shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus six months of patient access experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal funding programs such as Medicare/Medi-Cal and HIPAA privacy practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with patients and families in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients, reviews process, and schedules appointments for exam or follow-up.
• Assembles data for complete patient registration and completes insurance verifications and authorizations.
• Enters patient demographic information into the EHR and uses payer resources to check eligibility.
• Assesses patient financial responsibility and collects co-pays, co-insurance, and other amounts at admission.
• Screens admissions and informs offices and patients about payment options and funding sources.

Skills

Patient access experience

Communication

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Kern Medical in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Patient Access Services Representative I - Temporary to greet patients, schedule exams, and complete registrations. You will verify insurance, enter data into the EHR, and help patients navigate payment options.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED and at least six months of patient access experience, with strong communication and HIPAA knowledge. This temporary role offers potential health benefits and varies by shift.