Patient Services Coordinator - Gastroenterology

MultiCare Health System; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Code Lavender

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital is hiring a Patient Services Coordinator to be the first contact for patients in outpatient clinics. The role supports clinical flow by preparing charts, coordinating tests, and scheduling appointments while ensuring timely care as ordered by providers.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience as a medical receptionist and familiarity with medical terminology. Team-oriented, compassionate candidates thrive here.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; one year as medical receptionist preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Updates patient information, provides forms to complete, and obtains signatures as necessary.
• Prepares charts for each clinical session and ensures lab results, history & physicals, or other documentation are in charts.
• Schedules patients for appointments, including consultations and diagnostics as requested by providers.
• Schedules transportation and interpreters for patients as needed.
• Verifies insurance eligibility as appropriate.
• Provides telephone coverage and uses strong customer service for all callers.
• Responds to patient requests promptly to maintain efficient clinical flow.
• Contributes to professional communication with team members regarding patient care and operations.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Medical records software

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Position Summary

The Patient Services Coordinator is the initial point of contact for patients at our outpatient clinics. This role performs a variety of critical functions to maintain the clinical flow and to ensure patients receive care as ordered in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Updates patient information, provides any required forms to complete, and obtains signatures as necessary.
• Prepares charts for each clinical session and ensures lab, diagnostic test results, history & physical examinations or other documentation are in charts as appropriate.
• Schedules patients for appointments as needed, including consultation and diagnostic appointments for patients per provider/assistant request and documents such.
• Schedules transportation and/or interpreters for patient as needed.
• Verifies insurance eligibility as appropriate.
• Provides telephone coverage. Utilizes good customer service practices for all callers.
• Completes forms as requested.
• Responds to patient requests expeditiously, maintaining an efficient clinical flow.
• Contributes to professional communication with team members in order to convey important information relating to patient care, operations, or clinical needs.
• Maintains awareness of changes in protocols/procedures of the department; maintains competency on all applicable computer systems.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required. One year experience as a medical receptionist or other related field preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About The Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $19.51 - $28.08 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.