Patient Access & Admissions Coordinator

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Discount program

Expanded EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth seeks a Patient Access Representative - Admitting for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position to support scheduling, verification, and pre-certification processes. You will liaise with physician practices to facilitate smooth pre-visit services.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred) and at least 1 year in a medical office or related customer service setting, with experience in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of medical office or related customer service experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic and financial data.
• Collects patient balances, co-payments, co-insurance, or other payment types.
• Verifies coverage and obtains prior authorizations as appropriate before arrival.
• Responds to customer inquiries.
• Assists with departmental coverage as needed.
• Manages daily appointment schedules and referrals.
• May transport patients as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma Preferred or equivalent

1 year medical office / customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

PeaceHealth seeks a Patient Access Representative - Admitting for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position to support scheduling, verification, and pre-certification processes. You will liaise with physician practices to facilitate smooth pre-visit services.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred) and at least 1 year in a medical office or related customer service setting, with experience in Word, Excel, and Outlook.