Patient Access Technician Per Diem- Union Gap OCED

Patient Access Technician (PAT)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:.01, Shift: Varies, Schedule: 12 hour shifts, on call to cover vacations and time off requests; requires rotating weekends and holidays and availability for a minimum of 2 shifts per pay periodPosition SummaryThe Patient Access Technician (PAT) is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for ensuring accurate patient admission and registration. This intermediate-level clerical position will allow you to apply your professional service-orientation, good judgment and independent thinking in your daily work functions.ResponsibilitiesYou will assure complete and accurate patient admissions/registrations according to organization policy and procedures and regulatory requirementsYou will obtain inpatient bed assignments and processes inpatient admission, including arm banding, addressograph plate, and completion of necessary formsYou will pre-admit all scheduled inpatient, outpatients and ambulatory patients to facilitate a smooth and speedy admission/registration processYou will obtain direct admit information and enter a reservation in the computer system in order to notify other areasYou will complete comprehensive bedside or telephone interviews with the patient, relative, or their representative to obtain pertinent demographic insurance and/or third-party liability informationYou will perform eligibility verification and resolves any discrepancies, determine the need for financial assistance recommendation and application, referring to the Financial Counselor where necessaryRequirementsGraduate of a health vocational program such as Patient Access, Medical Assistance Medical Billing & InsuranceOROne (1) year of experience performing any combination of admitting, Health Unit Coordinator, patient registration, customer service or billing duties required; healthcare setting preferredAbout MultiCare Off Campus Emergency DepartmentsMultiCare's Off-Campus Emergency Departments provide state-of-the-art, neighborhood-focused ER care across Washington. Staffed by experienced physicians, nurses and clinical teams, these facilities deliver efficient, compassionate emergency care in convenient community locations. Our teams ensure patients receive comprehensive, high-quality support where they live, work and play.Why MultiCare?Rooted in the local communityPartnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.Growth and educationCompetitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.Well-being and supportGenerous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.Living our valuesRespect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.Belonging for allResource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.Pacific Northwest lifestyleWork and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.Pay and Benefit ExpectationsWe 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.