Patient Access Specialist

Central-Ozarks-Medical-Center-; Camdenton (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Ozarks Medical Center seeks an Access Coordinator to support patient intake, scheduling, and front desk operations. The role requires handling demographics, insurance verification, and coordinating with providers to optimize patient flow.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential for success. The ideal candidate will possess a GED or high school diploma, healthcare office experience, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Healthcare office experience preferred.
• English fluency required; bilinguals encouraged.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to plan, multi-task, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Warmly welcomes patients and visitors to the clinic.
• Registers patients and updates demographics in the electronic medical record system.
• Schedules medical, dental, and behavioral health appointments using templates.
• Verifies patient insurance via preauthorizations.
• Notifies providers of patient arrivals to manage flow.
• Assists patients with registration paperwork as needed.
• Maintains accurate appointment schedules and front desk operations.
• Files and retrieves medical charts in the EMR; handles deposits as needed.
• Responds to inquiries in a courteous manner and supports HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Computer proficiency

Customer service

Patience

Education

GED or High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Ozarks Medical Center seeks an Access Coordinator to support patient intake, scheduling, and front desk operations. The role requires handling demographics, insurance verification, and coordinating with providers to optimize patient flow.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential for success. The ideal candidate will possess a GED or high school diploma, healthcare office experience, and fluency in English.