Patient Access & Registration Specialist

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to support registration processes in Albany, GA. You will verify insurance eligibility, collect payments at the point of service and educate patients on their rights and responsibilities as hospital patients.

The role requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally within the Admitting department. Per diem/PRN shifts are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• 2 year / Associate Degree in a related field (Preferred).
• 1 - 2 years Health related field (hospital or Physician's office) (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Verifying eligibility of insurance and other forms of reimbursement along with collecting money due at the point of service.
• Educating patients and designated individuals on their rights and responsibilities as a hospital patient.
• Disseminating physician orders to appropriately match services to the planned admission.
• Securing all federal and state mandated forms (HIPAA, Advance Directives, waivers, etc.).
• Adheres to attendance guidelines and participates in mandatory trainings.

Skills

Time management

Identifying priorities

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in a related field (Preferred)

CPAR Certification (must be obtained within 20 months of hire)

Georgia Work Ready certification

Job description

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to support registration processes in Albany, GA. You will verify insurance eligibility, collect payments at the point of service and educate patients on their rights and responsibilities as hospital patients.

The role requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally within the Admitting department. Per diem/PRN shifts are expected as needed.