Patient Access Representative I

CINCINNATI CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Eastgate is hiring a full-time Access Services Associate. The position offers a starting pay range of $17.80–$21.51 per hour, with eligibility for additional pay and benefits based on experience and equity.

Responsibilities include patient registration, admission and scheduling, ensuring patient safety, maintaining HIPAA confidentiality, and supporting revenue cycle activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Safety - Ensures patient safety by identifying the correct patient and preparing isolation precautions.
• Customer Service - Assists patients, families, staff and external agencies in registration, admission and scheduling.
• HIPAA/Confidentiality - Maintains confidentiality of patient and family information at all times.
• Compliance - Completes documents to ensure regulatory compliance (JCAHO, CMS, ODH).
• Revenue Cycle Support - Ensures data and forms are entered accurately; communicates system issues to management.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Location Eastgate Department Eastgate Access Services Shift Day (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular *Expected Starting Pay Range $17.80 - $21.51 *Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety - Ensures patient safety by identifying the correct patient. identifying special needs and preparing isolation precautions for patients who have Infectious Disease indicators.
• Customer Service - Provides assistance and services to patients, families, staff and external agencies in the accurate completion of patient registration, admission and scheduling. Investigates and resolves customer requests, questions or problems according to CCHMC policies and procedures. Contacts outside representatives to request information or assistance in resolving problems.
• HIPAA/Confidentiality - Maintains confidentiality, protects and safeguards patient/family personal medical and financial information at all times during collection, use and storage. Access only information and records necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Compliance - Completes and authenticates all documents and questionnaires that ensure compliance with regulatory agencies (JCAHO, CMS, ODH)
• Revenue Cycle Support - Supports the Revenue Cycle, Health Information Management, and Regulatory by ensuring that the necessary data, information and forms are obtained and accurately entered into the appropriate system. Talks to management to explain system errors or to recommend changes to the system.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No directly related experience

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.