Patient Access Representative – Entry Level
Augusta, ME - USA
Job Summary
A confidential healthcare organization is seeking dependable professional candidates for entry-level Patient Access Representative opportunities. This position serves as one of the first points of contact for patients and helps ensure accurate registration scheduling insurance verification and overall patient support.
This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in beginning a career in healthcare administration.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner
- Register patients and verify demographic information
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Verify insurance information and eligibility
- Collect required forms identification and patient information
- Answer incoming calls and direct patient questions appropriately
- Enter and update information in electronic health record systems
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records
- Follow HIPAA and organizational privacy requirements
- Assist clinical and administrative staff with basic front-office duties
Basic Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Current HIPAA training certificate required
- Basic computer and data-entry skills
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
- Comfortable working with patients in a healthcare environment
- Ability to learn electronic health record and scheduling systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous customer service receptionist healthcare or office experience
- Familiarity with insurance verification or medical terminology
- Experience using an electronic health record system
Experience Level: Entry Level / 01 year experience