Surgery Scheduler & Patient Access Specialist

Owensboro Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Medical Group is seeking a patient access specialist to perform clinical and administrative tasks at the Surgical Specialists Muhlenberg department. You will handle patient registration, scheduling, data entry, and communications with insurers and providers.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and excellent patient service, with standard work hours and full-time status. No prior experience is required, but a credentialed background in medical administration is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• ABR-OE credential required within 120 days after 24 months of experience in a health care facility under supervision.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.
• No experience required.
• Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and reschedules appointments and diagnostic testing using computerized scheduling programs.
• Collects and records vital signs.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering and stocking.
• Accepts payments and co-pays and other fees during registration.
• Communicates with insurance companies, patients, physicians, and team members.
• Arranges for hospital admissions as appropriate.
• Answers calls and provides patient information with regulatory compliance.
• Enters data into computer databases and verifies accuracy.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Under supervision

Stress management

Advanced skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Owensboro Health Medical Group is seeking a patient access specialist to perform clinical and administrative tasks at the Surgical Specialists Muhlenberg department. You will handle patient registration, scheduling, data entry, and communications with insurers and providers.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and excellent patient service, with standard work hours and full-time status. No prior experience is required, but a credentialed background in medical administration is valued.