Patient Access Representative (PD, Variable, OR)

Adventist Health; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a Patient Access Representative for a per-diem, 8-hour shifts, to be performed on-site in The Dalles, OR. The role handles patient registration, insurance verification, and collecting patient liabilities while guiding patients through policies.

Responsibilities include reviewing physician orders, attaching them to records, preparing documents, and assisting patients by escorting them as needed. Training and vaccination requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED preferred.
• Associate/Technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in patient access or registration is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients for all pertinent account information.
• Verify insurance and collect patient liability amounts.
• Ensure signatures are obtained for treatment.
• Check physician orders and attach to patient records.
• Print and collate paperwork for distribution to units.

Skills

Customer service

Insurance verification

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Associate/Technical degree

Job description

Job Description

Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our WELL-certified campus - a rejuvenating place for associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect. Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to enjoy a welcoming space designed to promote well-being and inspire your best work.

Job Summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a Patient Access Representative for a per-diem with 8-hour variable shifts. We are looking for a qualified and dedicated individual who can work onsite at our The Dalles, OR location.

Responsible for timely and accurate patient registration. Interviews patients for all pertinent account information. Verify all insurance and calculates and collects patient liability amounts. Ensure that all necessary signatures are obtained for treatment. Answer any questions and explain policies clearly. Check for physician orders and attaches them to appropriate patient record to ensure correct test is received. Print and collate any paperwork needed for each patient to for distribution to unit/department. Escorts patients to his/her area or refers patient to available escort as needed.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Check for physician orders and attaches them to patient medical record to ensure that patients are receiving appropriate tests.
• Choose correct health plan and accurately and research to ensure accuracy when verifying insurance. Enter all authorization information accurately as needed.
• Follows guidelines and instructions from senior staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God\'s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 69848

Job Category : Associate

Posting Date : 2026-08-12T18:02:12+00:00

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations :

The Dalles, OR, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $18.04 to $27.04. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : RC PA - Acute Reg - AHCG

Shift Length : 8 Hours