Patient Access Specialist, Full Time

Iredell Health System; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell Health System in Statesville, NC seeks a Patient Access Specialist to support the Director of Patient Financial Services in ensuring efficient patient accounting operations and accurate demographics, billing data, and limited clinical data for the encounter.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, typing accuracy, calculator skills, and familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid processes; shift is Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with on-site duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year college degree in Business preferred.
• Insurance billing knowledge considered a plus.
• Ability to discuss patient records and insurance with staff and the public.

Skills

English proficiency

Typing

Calculator use

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two year college degree in Business (preferred)

Job description

The Patient Access Specialist is responsible to the Director of Patient Financial Services for the efficient and effective operation of the Patient Accounting Department. Regarding patient health information, has access to demographics, billing, and limited clinical data relevant to the current encounter.

Shift: M-F, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A Two year college degree in Business is preferred.
• Two (2) years or more of on the job experience in a like or similar position is desired.
• Must have proficiency in English, typing, and the use of a calculator.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, welfare agencies, and insurances. Insurance billing experience is preferred.
• Ability to understand and discuss patients' records, insurances, etc with fellow employees, the public, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds