Patient Access Specialist 24 Hours 2ND Shift

Griffin Health; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Griffin Health is seeking a detail-oriented Patient Access Specialist for the 24 Hours 2nd Shift. This role handles registration and pre-registration for patients in Outpatient and Emergency settings, ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience while verifying insurance.

Duties include completing registrations at intake points, coordinating with patients, families, physicians and insurers, collecting co-pays, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• At least one year of healthcare-related experience.
• Proficiency in hospital registration and support systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills with a professional demeanor.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Perform all registration and pre-registration functions at various Patient Access intake points.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and insurance companies to obtain required information and verify insurance.
• Collect co-pays and deductibles when applicable.
• Interview and register patients with professionalism, accuracy, and compassion.
• Provide additional registration support as needed to ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Organization

Team-oriented

Registration systems

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Patient Access Specialist 24 Hours 2ND Shift

Job Category: Administrative/Clerical

Requisition Number: PATIE006038

• Part-Time


• Hourly Range : $17.04 USD to $27.27 USD

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Description

Position Summary: Griffin Health is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Patient Access Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for completing registration and pre-registration for patients in both the Outpatient and Emergency Room settings. As a first point of contact, you will ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for patients, families, and visitors while accurately collecting information and verifying insurance coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform all registration and pre-registration functions at various Patient Access intake points.

Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and insurance companies to obtain required information and verify insurance using electronic systems.

Collect co-pays and deductibles when applicable.

Interview and register patients with professionalism, accuracy, and compassion.

Provide additional registration support as needed to ensure operational efficiency.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Strong knowledge of medical terminology.

At least one year of healthcare-related experience.

Proficiency in hospital registration and support systems.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong customer service skills with a professional and courteous demeanor.

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Team-oriented with a collaborative work style.

Why Griffin Health?

Griffin Health is dedicated to delivering patient-centered, compassionate care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We value our employees and foster opportunities for professional growth while maintaining a strong connection to the community we serve.

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