Patient Access Representative Per Diem

Englewood Hospital; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Englewood Health in Englewood, NJ is seeking a Per Diem Patient Access Representative to interview patients or representatives, collect demographic and financial information, and perform registration data entry.

The role requires excellent communication, ability to work independently, and accurate data entry in a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities.

This per diem position offers variable shifts and hours, contributing to patient experience and overall health system operations.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to function independently.
• Clerical, data entry and typing skills including filing and record keeping.
• One or more years of registration or related clerical/health care experience preferred with HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Some knowledge of computer systems.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with frequent changes in priorities.
• Flexibility and ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to complete needed tasks with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients or patients' representatives to obtain necessary personal, demographic and financial information.
• Performs computer data entry and other record-keeping tasks related to patient registration.
• Adheres to Service Excellence Standards in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Typing

Clerical experience

Health care experience

Computer systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

_Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and a commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming the lives of the patients and communities we serve._

Job Summary

Under general supervision, and according to well defined policies and procedures, interviews patients and/or patients' representatives to obtain necessary personal, demographic and financial information and identification. Performs computer data entry and other record keeping tasks related to the patients' registration within the registration areas. Exhibits Service Excellence Standards at all times, and incorporates into all interactions.

• Department:** Patient Access Represenative
• Location:** Englewood, NJ
• Status:** Per Diem
• Shift:** Variable
• Hours:** Variable

Job Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with professional appearance
• Ability to function independently
• Clerical, data entry and typing skills including filing and record keeping
• One or more years of registration or related clerical/health care experience is preferred when accompanied with HS Diploma or equivalent
• Some knowledge of computer systems
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment that has frequent changes in priorities
• Flexibility and ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail
• Ability to complete needed tasks with speed and accuracy

Education Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred. In the absence of such, a minimum of 5 years related experience required
• Why join Englewood Health?**
• Be a part of a respected growing healthcare organization
• Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to exceptional patient care
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and the communities we serve

Englewood Health job postings provide a minimum rate to comply with new Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources.

• Minimum rate:** $16/hour