Patient Access Representative

Pacer Group; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Access Representative for a travel assignment in Templeton, CA. This role is pivotal in providing a smooth patient experience, handling registrations, scheduling, and insurance verifications. The ideal candidate should possess strong customer service skills and previous experience in a medical office is preferred. This position offers a day shift schedule, with 40 hours guaranteed per week and a pay rate of $20/hr.

Qualifications

• Previous medical office experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records is a plus.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients in a professional manner.
• Perform patient registration and data entry accurately.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain necessary authorizations.
• Schedule imaging appointments and coordinate with clinical staff.
• Collect co-pays and required documentation.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and facility policies.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Previous medical office experience

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Patient Access Representative (Travel Assignment)

Location: Templeton, CA

Contract - 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours: 8 hours/day | 40 hours guaranteed

Pay Rate: $20/hr

Description:

The Patient Access Representative plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and positive patient experience within the Imaging Center. This position is responsible for patient registration, scheduling, insurance verification, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

Required:

• Previous medical office experience required (Preferred)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Experience with electronic medical records (Cerner experience a plus)
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner
• Perform patient registration and data entry with high accuracy
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain necessary authorizations
• Schedule imaging appointments and coordinate with clinical staff
• Collect co-pays and required documentation
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and facility policies
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients and families