Patient Access Coordinator – On-Call & Scheduling

Avera Health; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sioux Center Health seeks a Patient Access Coordinator to support the admitting department's day-to-day operations. The role involves receptionist and clerk duties related to patient admissions and discharges, requiring good judgment and knowledge of department procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (or GED) and may have 1–3 months of related experience; bilingual preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bi-lingual experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in managing day-to-day admissions processes and clerical tasks.
• Maintains knowledge of patient access procedures and supports staff training.
• Coordinates with departments to ensure timely admitting services for patients and physicians.
• Delivers exceptional customer service to patients, families, and staff.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly and adapts to changes in the department.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility

Bi-lingual experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Patient access software

Job description

Sioux Center Health seeks a Patient Access Coordinator to support the admitting department's day-to-day operations. The role involves receptionist and clerk duties related to patient admissions and discharges, requiring good judgment and knowledge of department procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (or GED) and may have 1–3 months of related experience; bilingual preferred but not required.