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 shift 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 Training is required Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30PM for the first 3 weeks Job Description: Responsible for greeting and welcoming patients in person. Provides a standard registration process by collecting demographic and financial data and enters information into electronic medical record.

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

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED