Patient Access Scheduling Representative (Outpatient), Day Shift, Per diem

Adventist Health; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley is seeking a Per Diem staff member to support patient access and wellness program coordination in Ukiah, CA. The role involves facilitating medical and financial clearances, coordinating scheduling, and assisting with authorizations and correspondence with departments and physicians.

The position emphasizes handling sensitive information, adhering to policies, and delivering compassionate service.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules patient care for all wellness programs; facilitates communication between patient scheduling staff and all user departments, physicians, physician office staff, and patient clients.
• Answers telephone inquiries regarding physician referrals and covers front desk duties when needed; maintains patient scheduling data base.
• Collaborates with patient financial services (PFS) to ensure appropriate authorizations are obtained in accordance with PFS policy and procedure; submits documentation for retro-authorization as appropriate, files and appeals for denial of services.
• Develops monthly Wellness newsletter, updates website and develops promotional flyers; actively participates in training; performs other duties as assigned by department leadership.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree

Two years healthcare experience

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley has been deeply connected to the community we serve since 1956. We are comprised of a 50-bed acute care medical center, level IV trauma center, level II intensive care nursery services, extensive physical rehabilitation program, outpatient surgery and diagnostic center and advanced wound care center. Ukiah is a unique small town that charms you with its rich character, arts, vineyards and natural surroundings. Ukiah beckons you to explore all that the valley has to offer amidst our 300 days of sunshine each year. We are also conveniently located just two hours north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Coast.

Job Summary

Facilitates patient medical and financial clearance using medical and healthcare knowledge, clinical judgment, and communication skills to assist in resolving difficulties surrounding patient access, authorization of services and coordination of scheduled programs. Applies substantial knowledge of the job and experience to complete a wide range of activities with varying difficulty. Regularly works with sensitive and confidential information, often involving the interpretation of policies and procedures to guide use.

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
• Two years' healthcare experience: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and schedules patient care for all wellness programs. Facilitates communication between patient scheduling staff and all user departments, physicians, physician office staff, patient clients.
• Answers telephone inquiries regarding physician referrals and covers front desk duties when needed. Maintains patient scheduling data base.
• Collaborates with patient financial services (PFS) to ensure appropriate authorizations are obtained in accordance with PFS policy and procedure. Submits documentation for retro-authorization as appropriate, files and appeal for denial of services.
• Develops monthly Wellness newsletter, updating website and developing promotional flyers. Actively participates in training. Performs other duties as assigned by department leadership.
• 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 : 72580
Job Category : Associate
Posting Date : 2026-09-19T00:21:12+00:00
Job Shift : Day Shift
Locations :
Ukiah, CA, United States
Assignment Category : Per Diem
Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $29.56. 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 : RHC Call Center
Shift Length : 8 Hours