US-Mgr Patient Access

r1rcm; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan 10%

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

LifePoint Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, AR is seeking a Patient Access Manager to lead front-end healthcare operations and optimize admissions workflows. You will supervise a Patient Access team, drive efficiency, and ensure compliant patient processing in a fast-paced hospital setting.

This role requires 5+ years in healthcare with leadership experience, BS degree preferred, and a focus on improving bed utilization and patient experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a healthcare setting, including leadership.
• Experience leading Patient Access, Registration, or front-end Revenue Cycle teams.
• Strong knowledge of admissions, registration workflows, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a Patient Access team, including Supervisors, Administrative Coordinators, and front-line staff.
• Oversee daily operations for patient registration, admissions, and access workflows to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Coordinate team activities to maintain smooth patient flow and timely processing.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to patient admissions and billing audit processes.
• Evaluate workflows and performance, ensuring efficient patient processing, optimal bed utilization, and compliance with federal and local regulations.
• Maintain high standards of service and performance, ensuring consistent quality across all department functions.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Front-end Revenue Cycle

Team development

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent experience considered in lieu of a degree

Job description

Patient Access Manager

LifePoint Saline Memorial Hospital- Benton, AR

On-site

Join a growing hospital team in beautiful Benton, AR and play a key role in how patients access care.

We're seeking a Patient Access Manager to lead front-end healthcare operations at LifePoint Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, Arkansas. This role is responsible for overseeing daily registration and admissions workflows, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring a seamless, efficient, and compliant patient experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality service.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a Patient Access team , including Supervisors, Administrative Coordinators, and front-line staff
• Oversee daily operations for patient registration, admissions, and access workflows to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Coordinate team activities to maintain smooth patient flow and timely processing
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to patient admissions and billing audit processes
• Evaluate workflows and performance , ensuring efficient patient processing, optimal bed utilization, and compliance with federal and local regulations
• Maintain high standards of service and performance , ensuring consistent quality across all department functions
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in collaboration with senior leadership and system-wide Patient Access teams
• Manage department budget , including monitoring performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Provide HR leadership support , including coaching, performance management, and staff development
• Represent Patient Access in meetings, committees, and cross-functional initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in a healthcare setting , including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Experience leading Patient Access, Registration, or front-end Revenue Cycle teams
• Strong knowledge of patient admissions, registration workflows, and compliance requirements
• Experience managing team performance, operations, and workflows
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and leadership levels
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Work Environment

On-site role at LifePoint Saline Memorial Hospital- Benton, AR

Combination of sitting, standing, and extended computer use

Fast-paced, collaborative hospital environment

For this US-based position, the base pay range is $65,099.03 - $81,373.79 per year . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

This job is eligible to participate in our annual bonus plan at a target of 10.00%

The healthcare system is always evolving - and it's up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you'll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.

Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team - including offering a competitive benefits package.

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