Patient Access Representative - Per Diem

Kittitas Valley Healthcare•Ellensburg, WA

About The Position

The Patient Access Representative registers hospital admissions and outpatient services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Federal and State regulations. The role collects required patient information, verifies insurance, and participates in collecting deductibles and co-pays. It works closely with hospital, clinic, and revenue cycle personnel. General reception duties include answering a multi-line telephone and greeting and directing patients and visitors to hospital departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current computer experience in Microsoft products.
Previous cash-handling experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare registration.
Knowledge of insurance verification and authorization processes.
Demonstrated knowledge of general medical terminology.

Responsibilities

Register hospital admissions and outpatient services accurately and in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Collect required patient information.
Verify insurance.
Participate in collecting deductibles and co-pays.
Work closely with hospital, clinic, and revenue cycle personnel.
Answer a multi-line telephone.
Greet and direct patients and visitors to hospital departments.