Patient Access & Registration Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Patient Access Representative to welcome patients and establish encounters for hospital services. You will collect demographic and financial information, verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and communicate with patients, families, and payers to ensure accurate data entry and smooth registration.

The role requires attention to detail, professional appearance, reliable teamwork, and the ability to adapt to varying patient volumes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred in related roles.

Responsibilities

• Accurately inputs all required data elements for scheduling and registration.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and obtains necessary authorizations for services.
• Calculates and collects the estimated patient portion based on benefits and contract reimbursement as well as prior balances.
• Performs financial assessment for appropriate program assistance.
• Represents the Patient Access department in a professional, courteous manner at all times.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Patient Access Representative to welcome patients and establish encounters for hospital services. You will collect demographic and financial information, verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and communicate with patients, families, and payers to ensure accurate data entry and smooth registration.

The role requires attention to detail, professional appearance, reliable teamwork, and the ability to adapt to varying patient volumes.