Patient Access Associate Specialist

Ensemble Health Partners; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Paid certifications

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ensemble Health Partners invites applications for an on-site Patient Access Associate Specialist at the Chester Emergency / Imaging Center in Chester, VA. The role focuses on admitting duties, insurance verification, and patient education, with emphasis on accuracy and compassionate service.

The position offers bonus incentives, company-paid certifications (CRCR within 9 months), tuition reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and clear career advancement paths.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Must be inquisitive and open to innovation including AI to improve processes.
• CRCR certification required within 9 months of hire (company-paid).

Responsibilities

• Admit patients and perform pre-registration duties with demographic, insurance, and payment information.
• Verify eligibility and insurance plans; enter benefit data to POS and billing systems.
• Explain consent forms and patient education documents; collect point-of-service payments and resolve accounts as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Innovation mindset

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

## Patient Access Associate SpecialistApplylocations: Chester, VA: Bon Secours - Chester Emergency/Imaging Centertime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R048251**Thank you for considering a career at Ensemble!**Ensemble is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems, including hospitals and affiliated physician groups. They offer end-to-end revenue cycle solutions as well as a comprehensive suite of point solutions to clients across the country.Ensemble keeps communities healthy by keeping hospitals healthy. We recognize that healthcare requires a human touch, and we believe that every touch should be meaningful. This is why our people are the most important part of who we are. By empowering them to challenge the status quo, we know they will be the difference!O.N.E Purpose:* **Customer Obsession:** Consistently provide exceptional experiences for our clients, patients, and colleagues by understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.* **Embracing New Ideas:** Continuously innovate by embracing emerging technology and fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation.* **Striving for Excellence:** Execute at a high level by demonstrating our “Best in KLAS” Ensemble Difference Principles and consistently delivering outstanding results.**The Opportunity:****ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING:*** Bonus Incentives* Paid Certifications* Tuition Reimbursement* Comprehensive Benefits* Career Advancement* This position pays between $17.00 - $18.15 based on experience**\*\*\*This position is an onsite role, and candidates must be able to work on-site at Bon Secours - Chester Emergency / Imaging Center in Chester, VA\*\*\*\***We are searching for the next Patient Access Specialist champion. This role is responsible for performing admitting duties for all patients admitted for services at the hospital. They are responsible for performing these functions while meeting the mission and goals of the organization and all regulatory compliance requirements. The Representative will work within the policies and processes as they are being performed across the entire organization.**Job Responsibilities:*** Patient Access staff are responsible for assigning accurate MRNs, completing medical necessity / compliance checks, providing proper patient instructions, collecting insurance information, receiving, and processing physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as measured by Press Ganey.* Operates the telephone switchboard to relay incoming, outgoing, and inter-office calls as applicable.* They are to adhere to policies and provide excellent customer service in these interactions with the appropriate level of compassion.* Patient Access staff will be held accountable for point of service goals as assigned.* Patient Access staff are responsible for the utilization of quality auditing and reporting systems to ensure accounts are corrected. These activities may include accounts for other employees, departments, and facilities. Conducts audits of accounts and assures that all forms are completed accurate, timely to meet audit standards and provides statistical data to Patient Access leadership.* Patient Access Staff are responsible for the pre-registration of patient accounts prior to patient visits. This may include inbound and outbound calling to obtain demographic, insurance, and other patient information including the patient financial liabilities including collecting point of service collections as well as past due balances including payment plan options.* The Patient Access Staff explains general consent for treatment forms to the patient/guarantor/legal guardian, obtains necessary signatures and witness’s name. Explains and distributes patient education documents, such as Important Message from Medicare, Important Message from Tricare, Observation Forms, MOON form, Consent forms, and all forms implemented for future services.* Reviews eligibility responses in insurance verification system and appropriately selects the applicable insurance plan code, enters benefit data into system to support POS (Point of Service Collections) and billing processes to assist with a clean claim rate.* Responsible for accurately screening of medical necessity using the Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) software to inform Medicare patients of possible non-payment of test by Medicare and distribution of the ABN as appropriate. Responsible for distribution and documentation of other designated forms and pamphlets.**Experience:*** 1+ years of customer service experience* Must be inquisitive and demonstrate openness to innovation including AI to explore better processes and ways to alleviate friction and improve patient and client experiences**Minimum Education:*** High School Diploma/GED Required**Certifications:*** CRCR Required within 9 months of hire **(Company Paid)**#LS\_TCR1**Join an award-winning company**Five-time winner of “Best in KLAS” 2020-2022, 2024-2025Black Book Research's Top Revenue Cycle Management Outsourcing Solution 2021-202422 Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) MAP Awards for High Performance in Revenue Cycle 2019-2024Leader in Everest Group's RCM Operations PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024Clarivate Healthcare Business Insights (HBI) Revenue Cycle Awards for strong performance 2020, 2022-2023Energage Top Workplaces USA 2022-2024Fortune Media Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2024Monster Top Workplace for Remote Work 2024Great Place to Work certified 2023-2024* Innovation* Work-Life Flexibility* Leadership* Purpose + ValuesBottom line, we believe in empowering people and giving them the tools and resources needed to thrive. A few of those include:* **Associate Benefits –**We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs.* **Our Culture** – Ensemble is a place where associates can do their best work and be their best selves. We put people first, last and always. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation.* **Growth –** We invest in your professional development. Each associate will earn a professional certification relevant to their field and can obtain tuition reimbursement.* **Recognition –** We offer quarterly and annual incentive programs for all employees who go beyond and keep raising the bar for themselves and the company.Ensemble is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Ensemble also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.Ensemble provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact [e-mail].