Patient Access Rep - FT, Varies/Rotating

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO seeks a Patient Access Representative to be the first point of contact for patients, delivering compassionate service in line with Mercy standards and mission. You will facilitate scheduling, registration, benefit verification, pre-certification, and financial clearance, including collecting payments, explaining options, and documenting outcomes.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure in a

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, both oral and written, and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients, staff, and insurers.
• Strong organizational skills and high accuracy in task completion.
• Experience with medical terminology and insurance plans preferred.
• High school diploma required; some college helpful.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and register patients at Mercy facilities.
• Verify benefits, pre-certify, and obtain financial clearance.
• Explain financial responsibilities and collect patient payments.
• Maintain accurate patient data and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Familiarity with computers

Education

High School diploma

Some college coursework

Tools

Computer systems

10-key calculator

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Patient Access Representative is often the first point of contact for our patients and therefore must represent Mercy with the highest standard of customer service, compassion and perform all duties in a manner consistent with our mission, values and Mercy Service Standards.

The Patient Access Representative will facilitate all components of the patient's entrance into any Mercy facility. This may include scheduling, registration, benefit verification, pre-certification and financial clearance including pre-visit collection. The Patient Access Representative will be responsible for ensuring that the most accurate patient data is obtained and populated into the patient record. This caregiver must have exceptional attention to detail and maintain knowledge and competence with insurance carriers, Medicare guidelines as well as federal, state and accreditation agencies. This may include scheduling, registration, benefit verification, pre-certification, financial clearance, and the collection of patient financial responsibility before or at the time of service. The Patient Access Representative is responsible for communicating applicable financial responsibility, requesting payment, explaining available payment options and financial assistance resources, and accurately documenting the outcome of each required financial conversation.

Position Details:

Mercy Hospital Southeast

1701 Lacey Street

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week) - Varies/Rotating Shift

1-3 years clerical experience and customer service experience preferred. Experience with medical terminology and insurance plans preferred. High School diploma required; some college helpful.

Minimum skills, knowledge and ability requirements:

- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, excellent telephone etiquette required.

- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, physicians, clinical and non-clinical hospital staff and insurance companies.

- Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.

- Ability to work under stress, meet deadlines and perform all daily assignments with a high level of accuracy.

- Knowledgeable and experienced with various computers systems; Ability to use a 10-key calculator and computer keyboard.

• Ability to discuss patient financial responsibility, outstanding balances, payment options, and financial assistance resources with confidence, professionalism, empathy, and accountability.
• Ability to respond appropriately to patient questions or concerns, explain available financial resources, and complete required referrals.
• Ability to consistently follow and document established patient financial engagement and collection workflows.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.