Patient Access Assistant

Patient Access AssistantFind your purpose assisting our patients at CentraCare as a Patient Access Assistant!Our Patient Access Assistants take on the vital role of registering patients at CentraCare. In this role you will be working evenings in hospital with the Emergency Department. This role requires independent analysis, judgment, and comprehensive knowledge of facility procedures. Responsibilities entail obtaining and verifying information to establish billable patient accounts. Moreover, you will maintain and enforce patient safety and other safety protocols as necessary. Your responsibilities will include direct patient interaction, registering patients for appointments, scheduling appointments, communicating information to other departments, and confirming insurance details to ensure the accuracy and integrity of processed documents.Schedule:Part-time 32 hours every two weeksVariable shifts Monday-Friday8-hour shift between 6am-5:30pmRotating weekendsRotating holidaysPay and Benefits:Starting pay at $21.30 per hour, however we pay more for experience.Pay Range: $21.30 - $32.21 per hourBenefits include vacation accrual, retirement, employee discounts and more!On-the-job trainingAn environment where employees are supported in building their skillsOpen communication amongst the team and leadersQualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required.2 years related office experience.Medical Terminology preferred.One to two year post high school training in clerical, secretarial or business area preferred.One-year prior scheduling, billing, patient access, accounts receivable and/or collections experience in healthcare, preferably in a clinic or hospital preferred.Customer services skills are essential.Good verbal and written communications skills required.CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.