Patient Access & Registration Specialist

Harmon Memorial; Altus (OK); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmon Memorial in Altus, OK seeks a patient registration clerk to support clinics with prompt, courteous registration and accurate data entry. You will handle insurance details, demographics, Medicare questionnaires, and EMR scans, ensuring confidentiality and timely processing.

The role emphasizes front-desk interactions, accurate data entry, and coordination of referrals. Prior clinic experience is favored; strong attendance and punctuality are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Typing speed of 30-40 wpm required.
• Must be able to pass the Clerical Ability Test with 80% or better as given by HR.
• One to two years’ previous experience in the commercial health care environment required.
• Clinic experience preferred.
• Previous work history that demonstrates steady attendance and punctuality is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients entering the clinic in a friendly manner.
• Accurately submit patient information to the computer system including insurance and demographics.
• Scan documents into EMR when necessary.
• Verify insurance eligibility day prior to appointment and at check-in using Emdeon.
• Take patient signatures and file forms; scan into EMR.
• Schedule appointments and manage referrals and labs.
• Answer phones courteously and satisfy caller requests.
• Print medical records on request and ensure release of information.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and assist clinic management as needed.

Skills

Typing 30-40 wpm

Punctuality

Attendance

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Teamwork

Data entry

EMR navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR

Emdeon

Job description

Harmon Memorial in Altus, OK seeks a patient registration clerk to support clinics with prompt, courteous registration and accurate data entry. You will handle insurance details, demographics, Medicare questionnaires, and EMR scans, ensuring confidentiality and timely processing.

The role emphasizes front-desk interactions, accurate data entry, and coordination of referrals. Prior clinic experience is favored; strong attendance and punctuality are required.