Patient Access Assistant

CentraCare

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Willmar, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors by performing registration duties. Responsibilities include verifying insurance information, scheduling appointments, and producing billable patient accounts.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess excellent customer service and strong communication skills. Prior experience in healthcare scheduling, billing, or patient access is preferred but not required, and a background in clerical or business training is a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Scheduling

Billing

Accounts Receivable

Collections

Job Description

Enjoy a rewarding career at CentraCare as a Patient Access Assistant at CentraCare Willmar! Our Patient Access Assistants are the first point of contact for our patients and visitors and perform registration duties. This role requires independent analysis, exercise of judgment and detailed knowledge of facility procedures related to the work performed. You will be responsible for verifying patient and insurance information, scheduling appointments, obtaining and identifying information necessary to produce billable patient accounts and more!  

SCHEDULE:

  • Full Time | 80hours every two weeks
  • Day shift | Monday - Friday | 7:00am-5:00pm
  • Potential weekends and holidays
     

PAY & BENEFITS:

  • Starting pay begins at $18.28 per hour and increases with experience
    • Pay range: $17.00- $25.54 per hour
  • Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
     

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills required
  • One to two year post high school training in clerical, secretarial or business area preferred but not required
  • One year of prior experience in scheduling, billing, patient access, accounts receivable and/or collections experience in healthcare (clinic or hospital) preferred but not required


CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
 

CentraCare

CentraCare is a compassionate, not-for-profit healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the lives and well-being of Central Minnesota residents. With ten hospitals and over thirty clinics, we provide both primary and specialty care throughout the region. Focused on rural health, we're proud to be one of Minnesota's largest health systems, delivering expert care close to home. Our mission is simple: We're here for your whole life — to listen, serve, guide, and heal — because your health means everything.
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