Patient Access Representative

Allina Health•Slaton, TX

8d•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

As a Patient Access Representative, your role is more than administrative—it's about creating a warm, reassuring experience during what can be a stressful time. With a kind smile and a calm demeanor, you greet and welcome each patient in person, helping them feel seen and supported from the very beginning. You guide patients through the registration process, carefully entering their information into the electronic medical record system. Your attention to detail ensures that every patient’s journey starts with accuracy and compassion. Whether answering questions, verifying insurance, or simply offering a comforting word, you play a vital role in connecting patients to the care they need. Key Position Details: FTE 0.6 (48 hours per two week pay period) 8-hour permanent evenings This position follows a variable schedule averaging 24 hours per week. Shifts may fall within the following time ranges: 11:30a - 12:30a with a focus on 1:30p - 10p or 3:30p - 12a Every other weekend: 1130a-8p or 4p-1230a

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
2 to 5 years of revenue cycle experience
2 to 5 years of customer service experience
0 to 2 years of general office experience
0 to 2 years of experience using computers including an electronic medical record, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Greets and welcomes patient in person.
Collects demographic and insurance information.
Checks in or interviews patient to complete appropriate paperwork.
Directs patient to their appointment or procedure.
Documents any issues and resolutions in electronic medical record.
May assist in scheduling add-on appointments.
Verifies eligibility and benefits information for payers and interprets results.
Obtains cost information and explains information to patient if necessary.
Obtains signatures from patients as needed.
Collects co-pay or deductibles.
Determines patient need for financial counseling and offers to explain resources available.
May order supplies in designated work area.
Uses resources, tools and procedures to complete accounts in assigned work queues.
Assists patient in completion of request for information forms and submits to appropriate department.
May gather medical record information from all departments for collection and distribution.
May mentor new staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.