Patient Access Associate I (PRN—Weekends & Holidays)

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, MT is seeking a Patient Access Registrations Specialist I in a PRN, as-needed role. You will greet patients, verify demographics and insurance, register and schedule, collect co-pays, and guide them through financial options, while ensuring privacy.

This fast-paced environment requires proficiency with Microsoft Office and Epic, strong customer service, and teamwork with clinical staff to maintain smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

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

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, payment plans, and charity care.
• Explain and obtain signatures on consent forms, policies, and disclosures.
• 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

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic

Job description

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, MT is seeking a Patient Access Registrations Specialist I in a PRN, as-needed role. You will greet patients, verify demographics and insurance, register and schedule, collect co-pays, and guide them through financial options, while ensuring privacy.

This fast-paced environment requires proficiency with Microsoft Office and Epic, strong customer service, and teamwork with clinical staff to maintain smooth patient flow.