Patient Access Associate - Admissions

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Access Associate III is responsible for the patient registration process, general admissions, and financial assistance processing. This position verifies third party payer accounts, pre-authorization and/or pre-certification requirements. The Patient Access Associate III communicates and collaborates with Patient Access team members and other ancillary departments as needed.

This position supports organizational goals by providing high level, quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts, demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation while verifying and preparing all patient accounts for inpatient and outpatient billing in order to maximize payment for Hospital and Clinic services from all sources.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES