Patient Access Coordinator — Insurance & Registration

Talentify; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Access Representative to register patients, verify insurance, and obtain required documentation in a fast-paced outpatient setting at the Academic Access Center. You will collect demographics, authorize selections for financial clearance, and handle payments with accuracy while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing and other departments, attention to detail, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical insurance verification and authorization experience preferred
• Patient Access experience preferred
• Knowledge in all aspects of registration, non-federal and federal billing regulations, and state programs such as Charity Care preferred
• Medical terminology and computer skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate patient registration and admissions, collecting demographic and insurance information.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely financial clearance of outpatient hospital accounts.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered service and effective communication with patients and families.
• Escalate issues to leadership when necessary and work with nursing and ancillary departments to foster teamwork.
• Participate in training and development of registration staff and tools.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer Service

Detail Oriented

Communication Skills

Typing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Registration Systems

Medical Terminology

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Access Representative to register patients, verify insurance, and obtain required documentation in a fast-paced outpatient setting at the Academic Access Center. You will collect demographics, authorize selections for financial clearance, and handle payments with accuracy while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing and other departments, attention to detail, and strong communication.