Patient Access Specialist: Healthcare Intake & Data

Augusta Health Brand; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Health Brand seeks a Clerical Specialist to register patients into the health information system by interviewing patients and gathering demographic, insurance and visit data. The role requires accurate data collection and patient interaction to ensure complete records.

Responsibilities include verifying insurance eligibility, identifying payment sources, collecting payments, and coordinating with patients, families, insurers and hospital departments to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• One year experience in clerical or receptionist position and/or customer service required.
• One year experience in healthcare preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CHAA certification preferred with National Association of Healthcare Access Management (NAHAM).
• Must be a Notary Public or obtain within 45 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Register patients into the health information system by interviewing patients and gathering demographic, insurance and visit data.
• Identify patients and source of payment; verify insurance eligibility.
• Collect payments and interact with patients, families, insurers, and hospital staff.

Skills

Clerical experience

Receptionist experience

Customer service

Healthcare experience

Medical terminology

CHAA certification

Notary Public

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Augusta Health Brand seeks a Clerical Specialist to register patients into the health information system by interviewing patients and gathering demographic, insurance and visit data. The role requires accurate data collection and patient interaction to ensure complete records.

Responsibilities include verifying insurance eligibility, identifying payment sources, collecting payments, and coordinating with patients, families, insurers and hospital departments to maintain smooth operations.