Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to support inpatient and outpatient access within the Patient Access Services Department at our New Jersey locations. You will conduct interviews, verify demographics, and obtain consents to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and computer skills, with EPIC Cadence/Prelude training and insurance verification experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Successful completion of EPIC Cadence and Prelude training is required.

Responsibilities

• Register and pre-register patients and verify insurance.
• Perform eligibility checks and determine patient financial responsibility.
• Obtain patient consent and ensure accurate demographic data.
• Coordinate with care teams to schedule and pre-authorize procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Bilingual

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or related experience

EPIC Cadence/Prelude training

Tools

EPIC HB / Cadence / Prelude

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to support inpatient and outpatient access within the Patient Access Services Department at our New Jersey locations. You will conduct interviews, verify demographics, and obtain consents to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and computer skills, with EPIC Cadence/Prelude training and insurance verification experience.