Patient Access Associate | 40 hours per week | Patient Access

$39,291 - $39,291/Yr

10000 Great River Health System, Inc. - West Burlington, IA

Full-time

West Burlington, IA

About the position

The position involves performing clerical and reception duties in a healthcare setting, utilizing knowledge of medical terminology. The role is essential for ensuring patient access management and maximizing the revenue cycle, with responsibilities including patient scheduling, insurance verification, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and reception duties utilizing knowledge of medical terminology.
• Answer telephones and review physician orders and various healthcare documents.
• Complete order entry and schedule patients.
• Accept cash collections and conduct patient interviews to verify demographic and insurance information.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal rules/regulations pertaining to insurance carriers.
• Gather signatures for required forms and perform other duties as assigned to ensure patient access management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants is preferred.
• Computer classes and/or experience is preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Matching retirement programs
• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee discounts including car rental and cell-phone plans
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Discounted cafeteria meals
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Service Recognition program
• Voluntary plans including Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity