Patient Access Representative - Family Practice

Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Family Practice for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.54 - $33.14. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. Job Summary Assists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification. Acts as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services. Details of the Position: Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data. May register patients using varying methods depending upon location, which may include mobile cart. Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types. Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival. Responds to customer's inquiries. Assists with departmental coverage as needed. Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals. May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. What you bring: High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent Minimum of 1 year Required: Medical office or related customer service experience and Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook Skills <