Patient Access Specialist — Registration, Billing & Care Coordination

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation's Conifer Health offsite ED in Center, TX seeks a Patient Access Representative responsible for scheduling, registration, pre-admission and admission tasks. You will collect demographic data, explain hospital forms, and ensure compliant patient liability collection.

Responsibilities include insurance verification, authorizations, and coordinating post-discharge care when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm.
• Experience with PC/CRT/printer equipment.
• Customer service experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of third-party payor requirements may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, register at date of service and secure forms.
• Educate patients about financial liabilities and collect appropriately.
• Verify insurance, benefits, coverage and obtain authorizations as needed.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

PC/CRT/printer proficiency

Customer service experience

Fast paced work adaptation

Effective communication

Understanding of third-party payor req

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tenet Healthcare Corporation's Conifer Health offsite ED in Center, TX seeks a Patient Access Representative responsible for scheduling, registration, pre-admission and admission tasks. You will collect demographic data, explain hospital forms, and ensure compliant patient liability collection.

Responsibilities include insurance verification, authorizations, and coordinating post-discharge care when needed.