Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist

UVA Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center in Culpeper, VA is seeking a Front Desk/Patient Access Clerk for the outpatient clinic. The role schedules and registers patients, verifies eligibility, and coordinates pre-authorizations with physician offices.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1 year of clerical medical experience, and strong customer service skills. Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; knowledge of insurance and government programs is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of clerical experience in medical office setting required.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and coworkers; Insurance knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and registers patients for the outpatient clinic.
• Verifies eligibility and ensures pre-authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications are obtained.
• Collaborates with physician offices, Utilization Review and Business Office Departments.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center in Culpeper, VA is seeking a Front Desk/Patient Access Clerk for the outpatient clinic. The role schedules and registers patients, verifies eligibility, and coordinates pre-authorizations with physician offices.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1 year of clerical medical experience, and strong customer service skills. Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; knowledge of insurance and government programs is a plus.