Patient Access & Registration Specialist

UCHealth; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Annual merit pay increase

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

UCHealth in Pueblo, CO is seeking a full-time Patient Access Specialist (PAS) to manage front-desk reception, patient registration, and billing intake onsite. The role is dayshift, 80 hours per pay period, with no remote option.

You'll verify insurance, collect payments, coordinate with referring providers, and enter accurate demographic and clinical data. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunity for career growth within UCHealth.

Responsibilities

• Meets with patient and/or patient's caregiver to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of visit, instructions, and addresses concerns and questions.
• Communicates with referring provider's office, clinical department(s), and/or other appropriate personnel to exchange necessary information and determine schedule.
• Verifies insurance benefits and obtains pre-certification/authorization as necessary.
• Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up. Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Job description

UCHealth in Pueblo, CO is seeking a full-time Patient Access Specialist (PAS) to manage front-desk reception, patient registration, and billing intake onsite. The role is dayshift, 80 hours per pay period, with no remote option.

You'll verify insurance, collect payments, coordinate with referring providers, and enter accurate demographic and clinical data. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunity for career growth within UCHealth.