Patient Access & Financial Clearance Specialist

Highmark Health Company; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access Associate to handle scheduling, preregistration, and financial clearance tasks. You will verify benefits, communicate with physicians and payors, and calculate patient liability while delivering courteous, accurate service.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with team members, and adherence to HIPAA and company guidelines. This on-site position offers comprehensive training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or related experience.
• Two years of related experience preferred in medical/financial service or customer service setting.
• Experience operating a PC and using software applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduling and preregistration functions and verifies patient data.
• Identifies and verifies medical benefits and plan codes; supports authorization/ referrals as needed.
• Calculates estimates of patient financial responsibilities and records transactions.
• Delivers positive patient experience and maintains relationships with patients and external contacts.
• Maintains productivity and suggests improvements to processes.
• Adheres to organizational policies and completes required trainings.
• Communicates barriers and assists teammates with operational support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access Associate to handle scheduling, preregistration, and financial clearance tasks. You will verify benefits, communicate with physicians and payors, and calculate patient liability while delivering courteous, accurate service.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with team members, and adherence to HIPAA and company guidelines. This on-site position offers comprehensive training and opportunities for growth.