Patient Access & Registration Specialist

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is hiring a Patient Access Representative to deliver courteous service to patients, families and staff. The role includes reception, scheduling and registering patients, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays and assisting with financial clearance as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus experience with computers, Microsoft Office, and internet navigation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience using computers, Microsoft Office, and Internet navigation.
• Typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Experience with medical insurance, HMO, and electronic billing/registration systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Handle reception, scheduling and patient registration in assigned area.
• Verify patient information and insurance eligibility; enter data into systems.
• Collect co-pays and assist with financial counseling and clearance.
• Support clerical activities and monitor clinic operations.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Microsoft Office

Internet navigation

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Healthcare Administration or closely related field

Tools

Electronic medical billing systems

Registration systems

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is hiring a Patient Access Representative to deliver courteous service to patients, families and staff. The role includes reception, scheduling and registering patients, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays and assisting with financial clearance as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus experience with computers, Microsoft Office, and internet navigation.