Patient Access Coordinator II, Mesaba Clinic, Nashwauk

Fairview Range • Nashwauk, MN

112d • $19 - $27

About The Position

Fairview Range is looking for a Patient Access Coordinator II to join our care team at the Fairview Mesaba Clinic in Nashwauk, MN! The Patient Access Coordinator II (PAC II) performs clerical tasks such as answering phones and processing paperwork. The PAC II often acts as a liaison between patients, nurses, providers, and different departments within the clinic or hospital or other care facilities. Other tasks can include but are not limited to scheduling procedures, internal and external referrals, and ordering medical and office supplies. PAC II's are part of a broader medical team and are expected to keep pace with the potentially hurried and stressful environments in which they work. Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the PAC II can process physician's orders, assist with unit maintenance, and other duties as assigned. Schedule: This position will work 72 to 80 hours per two weeks. The shift length will be 8-hours on the day/evening shift. Weekends: As needed. This position will be primarily based in Nashwauk but may provide coverage in Hibbing and Mountain Iron as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 months Patient Access Coordinator I or similar experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS)
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience in Registration and Scheduling.
• Experience with insurance verification.
• Understanding of various health insurance plans.

Responsibilities

• Assisting care team in processing various forms and refill requests daily.
• Obtaining prior authorization and verification of coverage for insurance if necessary.
• Collecting and verifies all patient data from patients and enter in to the EMR accurately at the time of scheduling.
• Coordinating and schedule outreach and ancillary appointments for the providers.
• Greeting patients in a prompt and pleasant manner and directs them to the appropriate locations.
• Fixing errors in assigned EMR work queues daily as they pertain to revenue cycle and referral orders.
• Maintaining a safe and clean patient environment.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO and Sick and Safe Time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED