Patient Access Representative

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Access Representative in St. Louis to facilitate patient entry into facilities and ensure precise patient data entry. The ideal candidate will have prior customer service and clerical experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong attention to detail. This role involves interacting with patients and insurance companies, so an understanding of medical terminology is preferred. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clerical and customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology and insurance plans preferred.
• Some college education is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient entrance into any Mercy facility.
• Ensure accurate patient data is obtained for records.
• Handle scheduling, registration, benefit verification, and financial clearance.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

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 co‑worker must have an exceptional attention to detail and maintain knowledge and competence with insurance carriers, Medicare guidelines as well as federal, state and accreditation agencies.

Position Details

Experience and Education Requirements:

• 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 computer systems; ability to use a 10‑key calculator and computer keyboard.

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.