Patient Access Coordinator I

Fairview Health Services; Mountain Iron (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Range is seeking a Patient Access Coordinator I to join the care team at the Fairview Range Clinic in Mt. Iron, MN. This role handles registration, scheduling, and clerical duties while delivering strong customer service.

The position is full time, with 72–80 hours every two weeks, primarily based in Mt. Iron with coverage in Hibbing and Nashwauk as needed. High school diploma and computer/telephone duties experience required.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills demonstrated at all times.
• Understanding of HIPAA and protection of PHI.
• Verifiable work experience with computers, typing and telephone duties.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients promptly and directing them appropriately.
• Answering phones courteously within established timeframes.
• Collecting and verifying patient data and entering into the EMR accurately.
• Answering questions about accounts and insurance.
• Processing disability, accident, and similar forms.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview Range is looking for a Patient Access Coordinator I to join our care team at the Fairview Range Clinic in Mt. Iron, MN!

The Patient Access Coordinator is responsible for performing registration and scheduling duties along with necessary clerical or secretarial duties. The successful candidate will be capable of performing multiple tasks at the same time and will demonstrate excellent customer service skills at all times.

Schedule:

This position is full time working 72-80 hours per two weeks, 8-hour Day/Evening shifts and weekends as needed. This position will be primarily working for Hibbing but is located in Mt. Iron. It may provide coverage in Nashwauk and Hibbing as needed.

Internal posting through: 11/11/26

About this facility

We provide high-quality health care for the entire family from newborn to geriatric, with the full range of primary and specialty care services. With clinics located in Hibbing, Mountain Iron, and Nashwauk, we provide convenient and easy access to our care services. Through our relationship with M Health Fairview, your local primary care provider can extend direct access to the physician specialists and advanced services offered by University of Minnesota Physicians to you and your family.

• 60+ service lines
• Primary care includes over 20 providers and more than 50 support staff that see patients in Hibbing, Mt. Iron, and Nashwauk.
• Specialty care includes over 35 providers and more than 40 support staff that see patients in Hibbing and Mt. Iron.
• Specialty departments include surgical services, orthopedics, OB/GYN, ENT, allergy, wound care, podiatry, and more.
• Care team includes Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, RN Care Coordinators, RNs, LPNs, MAs, Patient Access Coordinators
• Hospital-based clinic system

About Fairview Range

Fairview Range is an affiliate of Fairview Health Services. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Hospital, Fairview Range Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), and Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice.

Patient Access Coordinator Job Responsibilities

• Greeting patients in a prompt and pleasant manner and directs them to the appropriate locations.
• Understanding HIPAA and recognizes the importance of PHI.
• Answering the phone in a courteous, efficient manner within an established timeframe.
• Collecting and verifies all patient data from patients and enter into the EMR accurately.
• Answering questions presented by patients regarding their accounts, insurance questions, etc.
• Processing disability, accident, etc. forms.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Verifiable work experience with computers, typing, and telephone duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS)
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience in Registration and Scheduling.
• Experience with insurance verification.
• Understanding of various health insurance plans.

Benefit Overview

Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental,vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/rguswmesa

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status