Patient Access & Registration Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a Patient Access Representative to help patients connect with hospital services and access care efficiently. You will input demographic and financial data, verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and collect patient portions.

The role demands professional appearance, strong communication, accuracy, and the ability to adapt to fluctuating patient volumes. Team collaboration and adherence to regulatory standards are essential as this role supports smooth

Qualifications

• Data entry and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to verify insurance information accurately.
• Strong communication with patients and team members is required.
• Knowledge of hospital processes and procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accurately inputs all required data for scheduling and registration.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and obtains necessary authorizations.
• Calculates and collects estimated patient portions and prior balances.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians, nurses, insurance companies and third party payers in a professional manner.
• Supports department targets and participates in required training.

Skills

Data entry

Insurance verification

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Dependability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a Patient Access Representative to help patients connect with hospital services and access care efficiently. You will input demographic and financial data, verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and collect patient portions.

The role demands professional appearance, strong communication, accuracy, and the ability to adapt to fluctuating patient volumes. Team collaboration and adherence to regulatory standards are essential as this role supports smooth