Patient Access Specialist II: Scheduling & Financial Help

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access Specialist at our Erie location to manage scheduling, preregistration, benefits verification, and financial clearance. The role ensures accurate data and timely bill submissions while communicating clearly with patients and families.

The successful candidate provides exemplary customer service, verifies payor requirements, and assists in estimating liabilities. Familiarity with ADT systems and HIPAA policies is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent.
• Two years of related experience, preferably in healthcare or financial services.
• Experience operating a PC and using software applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduling and preregistration tasks with accurate data.
• Verifies insurance information and authorization requirements.
• Calculates patient financial responsibility estimates and processes payments.
• Delivers positive patient experience and maintains professional relationships.
• Maintains productivity and adheres to organizational policies; supports training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

HFMA certification

Tools

ADT system

Electronic verification system

Billing software

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access Specialist at our Erie location to manage scheduling, preregistration, benefits verification, and financial clearance. The role ensures accurate data and timely bill submissions while communicating clearly with patients and families.

The successful candidate provides exemplary customer service, verifies payor requirements, and assists in estimating liabilities. Familiarity with ADT systems and HIPAA policies is a plus.