Spanish-Speaking Patient Access & Admissions Clerk

Tenet Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Patient Access representative at Valley Baptist Harlingen. The role covers scheduling, registration, pre-admission, and admission duties, with emphasis on collecting patient liabilities and ensuring accurate demographic data.

Spanish language skills are required. The position requires availability for varied rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends, and may involve assisting with post-discharge care coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm (not stated, but implied).
• Basic PC/CRT/printer skills common in healthcare admin.
• Experience in hospital environment or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients, registering at date of service, and explaining hospital forms.
• Educating patients on financial liabilities and collecting payments according to policy.
• Verify insurance, benefits, eligibility, and secure authorizations for services.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

MS Office

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Patient Access representative at Valley Baptist Harlingen. The role covers scheduling, registration, pre-admission, and admission duties, with emphasis on collecting patient liabilities and ensuring accurate demographic data.

Spanish language skills are required. The position requires availability for varied rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends, and may involve assisting with post-discharge care coordination.