Patient Access Specialist I - Part-Time Front Desk & Registration

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Part-time clerk in Sherman IL for revenue cycle support. You will create patient electronic health records, register patients, collect co-pays, and explain insurance coverage while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, attention to detail, and proficient computer skills within the EPIC EMR environment. Flexibility with schedules is appreciated.

Qualifications

• Experience with insurance verification/eligibility tools preferred.
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical record systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet/phone technology.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Create the initial electronic health record for patients.
• Check in and register patients; verify demographic and insurance info.
• Discuss and collect co-pays and patient responsibilities.
• Explain insurance coverage and discuss financial responsibilities.
• Coordinate appointments, reminders, and test preparations.
• Provide welcoming customer service and assist patients with needs.
• Manage EHR work queues per department process.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Insurance verification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Patient liability estimation tools

Insurance verification tools

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Part-time clerk in Sherman IL for revenue cycle support. You will create patient electronic health records, register patients, collect co-pays, and explain insurance coverage while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, attention to detail, and proficient computer skills within the EPIC EMR environment. Flexibility with schedules is appreciated.