Patient Access Specialist 24 Hours 2ND Shift

Griffin Hospital; 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 Outpatient and Emergency Room patients, acting as the first point of contact and ensuring accurate data collection and insurance verification.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of medical terminology, and at least one year in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• At least 1 year of healthcare-related experience.
• Experience with hospital registration and support systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service with professional demeanor.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Team-oriented with collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Register and pre-register patients at intake points.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and insurance companies to obtain information and verify insurance.
• Collect co-pays and deductibles when applicable.
• Interview and register patients with professionalism, accuracy, and compassion.
• Provide registration support to ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Medical terminology

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organization

Teamwork

Registration systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital registration systems

Job description

Patient Access Specialist 24 Hours 2ND Shift

Job Category: Administrative/Clerical

Requisition Number: PATIE006038

• Posted : October 21, 2026
• 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 Specialistto 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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