Patient Access Specialist

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a patient registration specialist to greet patients, manage the scheduling and admissions process, and verify insurance while collecting applicable co-pays. This role emphasizes accurate data entry, professional patient interaction, and cross-functional support within the patient and payer ecosystem.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and strong communication skills, with experience in Windows-based

Qualifications

• Data entry and patient information accuracy are essential.
• Excellent communication with patients and colleagues is required.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and billing systems is expected.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and guests politely and verify demographics.
• Schedule appointments and complete patient check-in/admission.
• Verify insurance electronically and by phone or web application.

Skills

Data entry

Phone etiquette

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a patient registration specialist to greet patients, manage the scheduling and admissions process, and verify insurance while collecting applicable co-pays. This role emphasizes accurate data entry, professional patient interaction, and cross-functional support within the patient and payer ecosystem.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and strong communication skills, with experience in Windows-based