Patient Access Specialist – Admissions & Registration

Universal Health Services; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match and stock

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Palmdale Regional Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Patient Access representative to interview patients and complete hospital registrations. You will collect financial responsibility at the point of service and ensure accurate data entry for admissions and insurance information.

The role requires at least two years in a hospital setting, strong telephone skills, and basic computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a hospital or related medical field.
• Knowledge of office procedures, including telephone skills, medical terminology, typing, insurance requirements and collection practices.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients, guarantor or family member to obtain information for registration.
• Collect patient financial responsibility at time of service.
• Enter information into the computer with correct admission codes, demographics and insurance details.
• Present admission documents for signatures and explain their nature.
• Ensure satisfactory financial arrangements; collect ER co-pays and cash deposits.
• Coordinate with HMO or carriers for authorization during registration.
• Fax IP and Observation face sheets to Medical Groups/IPS and Insurance companies.
• Scan documents into system as needed.
• Register on computer on wheels and use signature pads.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Palmdale Regional Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Patient Access representative to interview patients and complete hospital registrations. You will collect financial responsibility at the point of service and ensure accurate data entry for admissions and insurance information.

The role requires at least two years in a hospital setting, strong telephone skills, and basic computer proficiency.