Patient Access Specialist - PT Days

Holy Name Medical Center; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,600 - 46,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical coverage

Dental and vision plans

Discounted prescriptions

On-site child care

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Legal and voluntary coverage options

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Holy Name Medical Center is seeking a Registration Clerk to manage patient intake. You will gather demographics, insurance details and health information, verify coverage, and prepare patient records for processing.

This role requires accuracy, clear communication, and the ability to work with medical staff in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include collecting payments when applicable, obtaining signatures, and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized data entry required.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and telephone technique.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and efficiently.
• Gather demographics, insurance and health information.
• Obtain signatures and releases as needed and explain forms.
• Verify and document financial information and coverage details.
• Communicate with clinical staff to coordinate patient care.
• Handle inquiries with professionalism and timeliness.
• Maintain organization and time management to support hospital operations.

Skills

Independent work

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Telephone etiquette

Pressure management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer data entry

Job description

Location: Teaneck, NJ, United States
Date Posted: Jul 28, 2026

Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal — it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention — because healing every soul is our sole focus.

Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology – it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs.

Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for the complete and accurate registration of all patients in an orderly, expeditious and pleasant manner.

What you will do

• Conducts initial interview with patients and gathers general demographic, insurance and health information.
• Obtains accurate insurance information from patients and/or families..
• Explains and Obtains necessary signatures from patient on the appropriate releases and consent forms in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of registration procedures and policies.
• Obtains Advance Directive information from the patient and gives informational package to those patients who request additional information.
• Has an understanding of computer terminals and printers in order to perform daily functions.
• Demonstrates good interview skills.
• Performs all duties as requested by management team. Exhibits good organizational, time management and teamwork skills which contribute to the operations efficiency.
• Prioritizes/organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Verifies all demographic/financial information for the patient during the registration process with supporting documents and documents the record.
• Follows up with patient in a timely and personable manner should any information be found incorrect/incomplete.
• Replies to inquiries from patients, visitors and other parties looking for information clearly and in a timely manner.
• Collects patient financial responsibilities when applicable (e.g., co-pay, deductible, co-ins and self-pay rates).
• Welcomes all new and recurring patients or relatives in a courteous prompt manner.
• Prepares ID bracelet, verifies information prior to placing armband on the patient.
• Responsible for going to lunch at the assigned time and communicates with management when experiencing delays.
• Must communicate with nurses/doctors when applicable in a professional manner and maintain professional at all time while on hospital grounds.
• Answers telephone and other incoming communications in a timely and customer-service oriented manner.
• Works the Passport RQA work list for corrections to registration errors within 2 days from registration date.
• Verifies medical necessity in accordance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) standards and communicates relevant coverage/eligibility information to the patient.
• Identifies patients who will need Medicare Advance Beneficiary Notices (ABNs) of non-coverage and maintains accurate records of authorizations within Document Imaging.

Education Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent. Required

Experience Qualifications

• Experience with computerized data entry required. Required

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, requires good communication skills and telephone technique.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure.

  At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life.

  • low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions
  • dental and vision plans
  • discounted prescriptions
  • access to on-site child care
  • 401(k) matching
  • tuition reimbursement
  • paid time off
  • flexible spending accounts
  • legal and voluntary coverage options
  • life insurance
  • free on-site parking

  If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem) skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Pay Range: $20.00/hour - $23.00/hour

  Holy Name is a mission-driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.