Patient Access Specialist & Admissions Registrar

MyMichigan Health; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health seeks a Patient Access Associate to greet, interview, and gather information from patients, delivering high-level customer service while registering for inpatient and outpatient services. You will verify insurance, collect co-pays, and enter data accurately, acting as a liaison between patients and hospital accounting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, typing skills, and at least basic PC knowledge; one year of insurance/patient accounts experience is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year experience working with insurance and patient accounts preferred.
• Typing skills and basic personal computer knowledge needed to enter patient information.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate with individuals and groups clearly.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules/Registers/Pre-Registers patients accurately and completely.
• Interfaces with patient care departments to provide information regarding Patient Access.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and obtains required pre-authorizations when needed.
• Performs inpatient admission functions and may handle switchboard duties.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Typing skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Windows

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

MyMichigan Health seeks a Patient Access Associate to greet, interview, and gather information from patients, delivering high-level customer service while registering for inpatient and outpatient services. You will verify insurance, collect co-pays, and enter data accurately, acting as a liaison between patients and hospital accounting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, typing skills, and at least basic PC knowledge; one year of insurance/patient accounts experience is