Patient Access Acute Representative PRN

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, Colorado is seeking a Patient Access Representative I PRN1 to greet patients, collect demographics, verify insurance, register and schedule appointments, and collect co-pays.

This role requires strong customer service, computer skills, and experience with Epic; you will ensure privacy and EMTALA compliance, coordinating with clinical and administrative staff to maintain smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in healthcare is required.
• Proficiency with computer systems (Microsoft Office, internet, email) required.
• Experience with Epic preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Obtain and verify patient demographic, financial, and insurance information.
• Register and schedule patients for appointments, tests, and procedures.
• Collect and process co-pays, deductibles, and balances due at the time of service.
• Provide patients with information on financial assistance and payment plans.
• Explain and obtain signatures on consent forms and disclosures.
• Ensure adherence to EMTALA and privacy regulations.
• Provide directions and parking information to patients.
• Coordinate with staff to maintain smooth patient flow and quality care.
• Document and update patient records in the electronic health system.
• Follow up on pending issues like prior authorizations and referrals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Insurance Verification

Computer Literacy

Payment Processing

Medical Billing

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic

Job description

A Patient Access Representative I PRN1

Job Description: A Patient Access Representative I PRN1 is responsible for at least 8 shifts/month and 3 of those shifts will be weekend shifts. Also provide excellent customer service and facilitates the registration and scheduling process for patients and visitors at Intermountain Health. The caregiver ensures that accurate and complete information is collected and entered into the system, verifies insurance and eligibility, collects co-pays and balances, and follows up on pending issues. The caregiver also adheres to Intermountain Health's policies and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.

Essential Functions (PRN “As needed”)

• Greet and assist patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Obtain and verify patient demographic, financial, and insurance information.
• Register and schedule patients for appointments, tests, and procedures.
• Collect and process co-pays, deductibles, and balances due at the time of service and complete end-of-day balance process.
• Provide patients with information on financial assistance, payment plans, and charity care.
• Explain and obtain signatures on consent forms, policies, and disclosures.
• Responsible for ensuring the adherence to Federal and state regulations, including the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
• Provide patients with directions, maps, and parking information.
• Coordinate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and quality care.
• Document and update patient records in the electronic health system.
• Follow up on pending issues, such as prior authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications.

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• Insurance Verification
• Computer Literacy
• Payment Processing
• Medical Billing
• Problem Solving

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, internet and email required.
• Experience with Epic preferred.
• Customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for caregivers to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require caregivers to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Location: Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Red Rock Medical Center. Work City: Wheat Ridge. Work State: Colorado.

Work Hours & Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0. The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$18.85 – $25.61

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Policy & Compliance

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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PEAK Program

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

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