Patient Access Representative (SEIU), Full Time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 80,590,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a patient access associate to register patients timely and accurately. You will verify insurance, collect patient liability amounts, obtain signatures, and guide patients to the correct test sites.

This role is part of the RevCycle - Patient Access ED team and is represented by SEIU. The position requires verifying physician orders, printing and organizing paperwork, and escorting or referring patients as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is preferred.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check for physician orders and attach them to patient medical record to ensure proper tests.
• Enter authorization information and verify insurance for accuracy.
• Follow guidelines and instructions from senior staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient registration

Insurance verification

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Associate/Technical Degree

Job description

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

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. This position is represented by SEIU.

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.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 72705

Job Category : Associate

Posting Date : 2026-10-09T07:00:00+00:00

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations :
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $28.13. 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 : RevCycle - Patient Access ED

Shift Length : 10 Hours