Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist

600 Advocate Health, Inc.; Sparta (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a part-time Patient Registration Specialist to support the Southeast Enterprise Revenue Cycle. You will register patients for admissions and outpatient services, verify insurance, and coordinate scheduling with departments to ensure seamless authorizations and payments.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma or GED is required; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Typing speed of 40 wpm or faster required.
• Knowledge of patient registration, insurance, and hospital billing preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Register or pre-register all scheduled patients for admission, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services.
• Verify insurance coverage and obtain necessary authorizations.
• Coordinate with patients and scheduling to reschedule procedures until authorization or payment is arranged.
• Request upfront deposits from responsible parties and update schedules for cancellations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Typing 40 wpm

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a part-time Patient Registration Specialist to support the Southeast Enterprise Revenue Cycle. You will register patients for admissions and outpatient services, verify insurance, and coordinate scheduling with departments to ensure seamless authorizations and payments.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma or GED is required; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.