Patient Access & Billing Coordinator I

Teche Action Board; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

No Weekends

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Teche Health in Houma, LA is seeking a Patient Service Representative I to handle patient intake, data entry, and financial information processing. You will verify demographic details, collect insurance information, and explain sliding fee discounts while maintaining confidentiality.

The role requires solid communication skills, basic math, and experience with office software and an EHR/PM system. The position supports clinic operations in a busy environment and includes daily reporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a doctor’s office or hospital environment preferred.
• Strong ability to collect and verify demographic and financial data.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to verify demographic information on each visit.
• Obtain financial information including household size and income.
• Collect and post patient payments and manage receivables at time of service.
• Schedule appointments and answer calls, voicemails, and emails timely.
• Explain sliding fee discounts and distribute patient rights information.
• Prepare daily statistical reports and assist with account inquiries.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Multitasking

Time management

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

EHR/PM system

Job description

Teche Health in Houma, LA is seeking a Patient Service Representative I to handle patient intake, data entry, and financial information processing. You will verify demographic details, collect insurance information, and explain sliding fee discounts while maintaining confidentiality.

The role requires solid communication skills, basic math, and experience with office software and an EHR/PM system. The position supports clinic operations in a busy environment and includes daily reporting