Patient Access Specialist I - Part-Time

West Tennessee Healthcare; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare is seeking a Part Time Patient Access Representative in Paris, Tennessee. The role involves interviewing patients for pre-registration and registration, verifying insurance and patient liability, and guiding families through financial responsibilities.

Responsibilities include obtaining referrals, medical necessity checks, and coordinating with payers. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of healthcare experience and an ability to communicate clearly with patients and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years of health care or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process financial clearance by interviewing patients and collecting information for pre-registration and registration.
• Verify insurance payer plan, adjust billing details in the patient accounting system.
• Inform families about financial assistance and government programs when coverage is inadequate.
• Perform initial financial screening and refer for financial counseling or eligibility assessments.
• Obtain referrals and treatment authorizations as required; contact payers if approvals are needed.
• Support medical staff by coordinating with departments and external sources to assist families with healthcare financing.

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare is seeking a Part Time Patient Access Representative in Paris, Tennessee. The role involves interviewing patients for pre-registration and registration, verifying insurance and patient liability, and guiding families through financial responsibilities.

Responsibilities include obtaining referrals, medical necessity checks, and coordinating with payers. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of healthcare experience and an ability to communicate clearly with patients and