Patient Access Specialist - Seamless Check-In & Billing

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Herrin, IL seeks an efficient Registration Clerk to manage patient intake and insurance verification at the point of service. You will interview patients, enter data, collect payments, and ensure referrals move smoothly through the system to care providers.

The role requires basic medical terminology, accurate practice of registration policies, and the ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff. Strong multitasking and 40 wpm typing are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of technical experience.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.
• Typing speed of at least 40 wpm.
• Follows registration policy and procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Interview incoming patients and complete registration.
• Review pre-registration information and verify insurance.
• Collect payments and balance cash/credit card payments; complete shift summaries.
• Provide point of service assistance across service lines.
• Educate, monitor performance and orient new staff members.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing 40 wpm

Registration/Front-desk experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Herrin, IL seeks an efficient Registration Clerk to manage patient intake and insurance verification at the point of service. You will interview patients, enter data, collect payments, and ensure referrals move smoothly through the system to care providers.

The role requires basic medical terminology, accurate practice of registration policies, and the ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff. Strong multitasking and 40 wpm typing are expected.