Patient Access & Financial Clearance Specialist II

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a Patient Registration Specialist II for RCO Financial Clearance. The role ensures access to UTMB services for new and returning patients, coordinating financial screening and communicating with patients, referral sources, and the treatment team to resolve financial issues.

The position emphasizes accurate demographic and insurance verification, eligibility checks, deposits, and coordination of referrals and authorizations, with a strong focus on patient

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in billing, financial screening, insurance verification, or related areas.
• Experience in patient financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient demographics and third party payer information.
• Perform and teach REG, ED, and admissions registrations as defined by area tools.
• Verify insurance coverage, benefits, and authorization requirements for services.
• Screen patients for financial responsibility and potential cash collections.
• Determine potential reimbursement sources and guide patients to financial assistance programs.
• Determine and collect appropriate deposits.
• Facilitate referrals and prior authorizations.
• Determine eligibility for third party programs.
• Maintain knowledge across departmental area functions.

Skills

Billing

Financial screening

Insurance verification

Collections

Customer service

Education

Associate’s Degree in related field

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a Patient Registration Specialist II for RCO Financial Clearance. The role ensures access to UTMB services for new and returning patients, coordinating financial screening and communicating with patients, referral sources, and the treatment team to resolve financial issues.

The position emphasizes accurate demographic and insurance verification, eligibility checks, deposits, and coordination of referrals and authorizations, with a strong focus on patient