Patient Access Services Scheduler/Registration Representative Per Diem

bannerhealth; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition aid

Pet Insurance

ID theft protection

Life insurance

Legal coverage

Job summary

Banner Lassen Medical Center in Susanville, California, is hiring for a Patient Access/Registration role within the Revenue Cycle. The position schedules and financially clears patients for outpatient and inpatient services, handling ABN’s, estimates, and collections in a continuous workflow.

You will verify insurance benefits, educate patients on coverage and payment options, and collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience as a registration representative or in medical office operations with healthcare insurance and billing preferred.
• Business skills and experience in the assigned work area are required.
• Must be detail oriented, able to manage priorities, and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Schedule outpatient, inpatient, or recurring procedures using scheduling systems.
• Enter patient information in scheduling tool and manage files per regulatory requirements.
• Prioritize workload to clear accounts and meet productivity standards.
• Educate patients on services and prep for procedures when needed.
• Verify insurance benefits and create patient estimates; assist with payment plans when necessary.
• Respond to patient inquiries by phone with a positive, professional approach.
• Obtain and validate authorizations for scheduled procedures when required.
• Attend training and follow organizational policies and procedures.
• Propose workflow improvements to enhance throughput and patient experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tech savvy

Emotional intelligence

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree preferred

CRCR certification preferred

CHAA certification preferred

Job description

Primary City/State: Susanville, California

Department Name: Patient Accounting-Hosp

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Revenue Cycle

Why You’ll Love This Role

At Banner Health, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining our mission of “Healthcare made easier, so life can be better.” Whether it’s a warm greeting at the front desk or expertly navigating insurance details, your impact will be felt from the very first moment.

What You’ll Do

• Greet patients, ensure patient safety using positive identification protocols, verify insurance, and process registration quickly and compassionately.
• Collect patient financial liability and assist with financial counseling where needed.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, secure, and compliant.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient flow and satisfaction.
• Use multi-system technology to streamline patient offerings, intake and record-keeping.

You’re a Great Fit If You

• Thrive in fast-paced environments (like ERs, clinics, or specialty care).
• Have stellar communication skills and a high emotional IQ.
• Are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and a natural problem-solver.
• Have experience in patient access, scheduling, or front-office healthcare preferred (but we will train the right person!).

Total Rewards

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, 403(b), and tuition aid. Additional coverage options are available to support everything that makes you, uniquely you. These include Pet Insurance, Medical and Financial wellness plans, ID theft protection, Life insurance and Legal coverage for extra security. Please visit our Benefits Guide for more information.

Hours and Schedule

Acute Patient Access Training (first 4 weeks): Monday - Friday standard business hours.

Enjoy a flat rate $1.00/hour weekend and $3.00/hour night shift differential when applicable.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm; must have 2 years working in a medical registration and or medical office to be considered!

Please Note: Banner has reached an agreement to transition ownership of Banner Lassen Medical Center to an affiliate of Quorum Health, aligning with our commitment to positioning the hospital for long-term success through a trusted care partner with rural health care expertise.

Banner will continue to recruit as normal until the transition date. Quorum has indicated it will offer employment to all active employeeswho satisfy Quorum’s standard hiring criteria at the time of the transition.

Location

Located in Susanville in northeast California, Banner Lassen Medical Center offers comprehensive care in a state-of-the-art facility to aid in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses. Our 25-bed medical center has a proud history of providing vital caring to the community since 1883. Though we are a small community hospital, we have invested in the latest medical equipment, including a 124-slice CT scanner, nuclear medicine, MRI, ultrasound, bone density and mammography. The hospital also offers infusion, respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary services as well as laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Away from work, you'll find that our location at the foot of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains offers an unlimited variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, golfing, hiking and skiing.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for scheduling and financially clearing patients for outpatient, inpatient or recurring procedures in one continuous workflow. Accurately schedules for a range of services as well as registration tools to complete all points of registration, ABN's, patient liability estimates, financial counseling and collections for scheduled services.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Receives complete and valid physician orders for scheduling. Uses department procedures and training to schedule patients for outpatient, inpatient or recurring procedures using computerized scheduling systems. Displays competency for physician preferences, special needs related to the diagnosis or age of the patient. Resolves scheduling conflicts, as needed.
2. Enters all required patient information in computerized scheduling system. May prepare charts and manages files within regulatory requirements. Documents all information regarding patient re-schedules.
3. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload in order to accurately complete daily work list. This may include working with the ordering provider and/or payer to fully clear a patient's account prior to the date of service. Maintains daily focus on attaining productivity standards.
4. May verbally educate patients or patient’s agent regarding the service(s) they will receive when necessary. This includes but may not be limited to prep for procedure. Responds to diverse questions and/or refers to appropriate clinical staff as situationally appropriate.
5. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of insurance guidelines for scheduled services. Proficiently verifies, understands and explains insurance benefits. Accurately creates patient estimates for services rendered using estimator tools. Educates patients on insurance benefits and estimate. Collects patient responsibility. Assists patients with financing options and/or set payment plans for all patients that are not able to pay their full liability at the time of service. Follows escalation protocols for accounts not meeting the financial clearance standards by working with the ordering physician, scheduling departments and hospital CMO for resolution. Consistently meets monthly individual collection targets as determined by management.
6. Conducts customer friendly interactions over the phone, demonstrating a positive patient experience through effective communication. Demonstrates clear understanding that this position creates the first impression for our patient's experience with Banner Health. Answers all telephone inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
7. May obtain and/or validate authorizations for scheduled procedures.
8. Completes and/or attends training and education sessions, including facility department meetings within approved organizational guidelines and time frames. Adheres to Banner Health's organizational policies and procedures for relevant location and job scope.
9. Recommends new approaches for enhancing workflow, and/or patient experience. May participate in facility strategy session to improve throughput for scheduled services and/or provider experience. Performs other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED is required.

Requires a proficiency level typically achieved in two years as a registration representative, auditor, in medical office operations and/or experience in healthcare insurance and billing.

Business skills and experience in the assigned work area are required. Must be detail oriented and able to manage priorities. Must be able to maintain high productivity standard with minimal errors. Advanced abilities in the use of common office software, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software are required. Requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision and to work independently. Excellent organizational skills, human relations, and communication skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in Business Management or equivalent preferred.

Certification in CRCR and/or CHAA preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range

$25.16 - $34.23 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

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