Patient Access Specialist/Coordinator-PAS-Full Time Days-Temecula Valley Hospital

Clive Behavioral; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Temecula is seeking a Patient Access Coordinator to manage patient registrations and insurance verifications. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, along with knowledge of medical terminology. Join a rewarding team that values growth and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Qualifications

• One-year experience in hospital admitting or medical office preferred.
• CPI Certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately obtain demographic and financial information.
• Complete registrations and verify insurance details.
• Ensure correct room placement and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

About Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, provides advanced technology, innovative programs, and patient-centered care to the community. The hospital features 140 private rooms, emergency services, advanced cardiac and stroke care, orthopedics, and surgical specialties. TVH has received numerous recognitions, including being designated a Top Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and earning multiple awards for patient safety and quality care. For more information, visit www.SWHtemeculavalley.com.

Patient Access Coordinator

The Patient Access Specialist/Coordinator (PAS) is responsible for accurately obtaining demographic and financial information, completing registrations, verifying insurance details, obtaining necessary authorizations, and ensuring correct room placement and documentation. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, effective communication skills, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in computer and office procedures.

Essential Job Duties:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with physicians, staff, and patients
• Ability to discuss personal and financial matters diplomatically
• Problem-solving and process efficiency skills
• Knowledge of insurance benefits, coverage, and collection procedures
• Organizational skills and resource utilization
• Typing speed of 35-40 words per minute
• Knowledge of computer keyboard usage

Qualifications

• One-year experience in hospital admitting or medical office preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• CPI Certification within 90 days of employment

This opportunity offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, growth opportunities, competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a 401(k) plan with company match.