Patient Access Scheduling Representative, Part Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health•Portland, OR

16h•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide range of patient access and scheduling functions to support high-quality, efficient patient care. Requires understanding of insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorization requirements. Ensures patients are properly scheduled and fully prepared for services based on scheduling protocols. Provides superior customer service to patients, providers, and all internal and external customers.

Requirements

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
One year customer service experience, preferably in healthcare or service-oriented environment: Required
One year experience in Patient Access, Revenue Cycle, physician office, healthcare insurance, or related field: Required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s/Technical degree in business or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

Schedules, confirms, and modifies appointments based on patient needs and departmental guidelines.
Communicates preparation instructions and ensures patients are ready for procedures.
Coordinates with referring and ordering providers to schedule appropriate services.
Obtains and updates demographic, insurance, and financial information to ensure accurate financial clearance and registration.
Verifies insurance eligibility and authorization requirements.
Ensures accurate patient identification and proper MRN assignment.
Confirms required orders, authorizations, labs, premedication, and implant information are in place.
Obtains external medical records needed to support scheduled services.
Provides exceptional customer service to patients, providers, and internal departments.
Processes patient and provider messages accurately and promptly.
Supports clinicians, technologists, and team members with scheduling and access needs.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.