Patient Access Concierge- PRN Per Diem- Astria Sunnyside, WA (Onsite)

Abax Health; Sunnyside (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Abax Health in Sunnyside, WA is seeking a Part-time, PRN Per Diem Patient Registration Specialist to join our hospital admissions team. This on-site role registers patients, verifies insurance, schedules appointments, and provides courteous customer service while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

You will collect demographic data, confirm eligibility, obtain pre-authorizations when required, and support billing with accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare, customer service, call center, or administrative experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic computer skills.
• Strong customer service mindset and professional communication.
• Ability to learn insurance verification and patient access workflows.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and collect demographic, insurance, and medical information.
• Verify patient identity and ensure forms and signatures are complete.
• Provide courteous service and answer questions about appointments and registration.
• Schedule, reschedule, and coordinate appointments with clinical teams.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and confidentiality.
• Discuss patient financial responsibilities and collect co-pays when applicable.
• Support general clerical duties and on-site registration tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Sunnyside, WA | Onsite

Shift: Multiple Shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd)

Type: Part-time, PRN Per Diem:

This is a flexible position for individuals seeking work on an on-call, as-needed basis. PRN Per Diem employees are called in to work when additional staffing is required due to increased demand, unexpected absences, or special projects. There is no guaranteed minimum hours or set schedule.

Scope

This role is responsible for accurately registering patients, verifying insurance coverage, and ensuring all demographic, clinical, and financial information is complete and compliant prior to services. The position serves as a primary point of contact for patients, delivering high-quality customer service while addressing questions related to appointments, insurance, and registration processes. Additionally, the role supports appointment scheduling, financial counseling as applicable, and general administrative tasks while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA, organizational policies, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

Patient Registration:

• Accurately collect and enter patient demographic, insurance, and medical information.
• Verify patient identity following all HIPAA and facility protocols.
• Ensure all required forms and signatures are completed during registration.

Insurance Verification:

• Confirm patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to service.
• Obtain and document pre-authorizations or referrals asrequired.
• Communicate any coverage issues or financial obligations to patients.

Customer Service:

• Greetpatients and visitors warmly, providing courteous and efficient service.
• Answer patient questionsregardingappointments, insurance, and registration processes.
• Address and resolve patient concerns or direct them to theappropriate personnel.

Scheduling and Coordination:

• Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments as needed.
• Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to ensureaccuratepatient flow and documentation.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality in patient records.
• Follow all compliance, privacy, and security guidelines (e.g., HIPAA, hospital policy).
• Report and correct registration errors promptly.

Financial Counseling (as applicable):

• Discuss patient financial responsibilities, co-pays, and payment options.
• Collect co-paysand provide receipts when applicable.

General Administrative Support:

• Answer phones, respond to emails, and perform general clerical duties.
• Maintain organized registration areas and supplies.
• Assistwith trainingnew registrationstaff as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma or GEDrequired.
• Previousexperience ina healthcare, customer service, call center, or administrative role preferred.
• Exposure to patient scheduling, insurance, or billing processes is a plus but notrequired.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
• Comfortable handling a high volume of calls and inquiries
• Ability to learn insurance verification, authorizations, and patient access workflows
• Basicproficiencywith Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and web-based systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow processes, and work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Onsite in a hospital environment.
• Prolonged sitting while working at a computer and using a phone or headset.
• Frequent typing and data entry across multiple systems.
• Ongoing speaking and listening to communicate with patients and team members.
• Work performed during scheduled shifts; occasional overtime may be required based on business needs.

Benefits

• FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
• Benefits Offered: Part-time roles do not include full-time hours. Benefits are based on hours worked and applicable legal thresholds.