Patient Access & Registration Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a Patient Access Representative to welcome patients and ensure accurate data entry for scheduling and registration, including demographics, financial information, guarantor info, and encounter notes.

You will verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and collect estimated patient portions while supporting compliance with federal regulations and hospital policies. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in patient access or similar role preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately inputs all required data for scheduling and registration, including demographics and financial information.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and obtains necessary authorizations.
• Calculates and collects estimated patient portions and handles prior balances.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians, and payers professionally.
• Ensures compliance with policies and regulatory standards and supports workflow in the department.
• Maintains confidentiality and adapts to fluctuating patient volumes and shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional appearance

Organization

Dependability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a Patient Access Representative to welcome patients and ensure accurate data entry for scheduling and registration, including demographics, financial information, guarantor info, and encounter notes.

You will verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and collect estimated patient portions while supporting compliance with federal regulations and hospital policies. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.