Patient Access Ambassador II (Per Diem)

NorthBay Healthcare Group; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthBay Health is seeking a Patient Access Ambassador II to accurately admit, register, and perform financial analysis for arriving patients. You will collect deposits, explain financial obligations, and coordinate with care teams to avoid delays in care.

You will engage patients with empathy, explain coverage details (Medi-Cal/Medicare/Managed Care), and uphold confidentiality while guiding them through the registration process in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of customer engagement experience in a healthcare revenue cycle environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in differentiating insurance types: Medi-Cal, Medicare, Managed Care, Indemnity and Workers Compensation.

Responsibilities

• Admits and registers patients accurately and timely.
• Performs financial analysis activities for patients upon arrival.
• Collects deposits, co-pays, deductibles, and share of cost; explains financial obligations clearly.

Skills

Customer engagement

Communication

Empathy/compassion

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Job Description

At NorthBay Health the Patient Access Ambassador II accurately, efficiently and timely admits, registers, and completes financial analysis activities for all patients upon arrival to the hospital. Interacts respectfully with the patient and/or patient’s representative to obtain and record accurate and complete demographic, payer and other information ensuring the patient’s care is not delayed and/or can be appropriately scheduled. Takes initiative to resolve patient issues to the best of your ability and when required, refers patients to other members of the Patient Access or Financial Counseling team, as well as other departments within the health system as appropriate. Collects patient deposits, co-payments, deductibles, and share of cost at the time of registration/scheduling or whenever appropriate and explains financial obligations in a clear and compassionate manner.
This role conducts educational conversations with patients explaining the details of their coverage eligibility and benefits, including but not limited to information on coordination of benefits, the status of required authorizations, estimated charges, outstanding deductibles, and other out-of-pocket obligations. Maintains and promotes an attitude of professionalism and empathy as reflected by courteous actions, maintenance of confidentiality and appropriate presentation of self and consistently demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Qualifications

Education/Training

Associate Degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Patient Access and/or Revenue Cycle relevant certification from a nationally recognized healthcare credentialing organization preferred.

Experience

Three or more years of customer engagement experience in a healthcare revenue cycle environment required. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to effectively articulate thoughts into a useful and meaningful discussion. Proficiency is required in the application of knowledge in the areas listed below:

• Differentiation of the unique characteristics of the following insurance types: Medi-Cal, Medicare, Managed Care, Indemnity and Workers Compensation
• Impact of completeness and accuracy that the registration/admission process has on successful claims processing and receipt of payment
• Impact of completeness and accuracy that the registration process has on the delivery of patient care.
  

Skills

Demonstrates a commitment to service excellence including, but not limited to professionalism, customer focus, compassion, strong listening skills and a warm demeanor. Consistently exhibits empathy, optimism, resourcefulness and cultural competency in interactions with others. Is extremely open to learning new things and teaming with others in a collaborative environment. Proven track record of conducting him/herself in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the unique complexities and challenges of the healthcare environment. Critical thinking skills and ability to use personal judgment to creatively address patient issues and concerns.

Interpersonal Skills

Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.

Compensation

$30.21 - $36.74 per hour (based on years of experience in role)

About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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