Patient Access Advocate

Schedule: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, 2 shifts per week, including weekend rotation. Self-scheduling available.

Employment Information: This position supports the Deaconess-Intuitive Health Emergency Room and Urgent Care partnership; however, the selected candidate will be employed directly by Intuitive Health and will be eligible for Intuitive Health compensation and benefits programs.

To learn more about Intuitive Health and view the original posting, visit: Patient Access Advocate, PT, Days - Intuitive Health

About the Role

Join the launch team of a new Deaconess & Intuitive Health combined Emergency Room and Urgent Care. The Patient Access Advocate serves as the first point of contact for patients, providing exceptional customer service while managing registration, insurance verification, payment collection, and front-desk operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient registration, check-in, and check-out
• Verify demographics, insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage
• Collect copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and point-of-service payments
• Maintain accurate patient records within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Answer incoming calls and assist with patient inquiries
• Provide wayfinding and support to patients and visitors
• Scan, fax, copy, and maintain patient documentation
• Ensure clean billing through accurate account verification
• Maintain a welcoming, professional, and organized front desk environment
• Adhere to HIPAA, company policies, and customer service standards

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ months healthcare experience OR 1+ year customer service experience
• Minimum typing speed of 50 WPM
• Strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• Medical office or patient registration experience
• Insurance verification and eligibility experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and billing processes

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a brand-new healthcare facility opening soon
• Self-scheduling flexibility
• Collaborative Deaconess & Intuitive Health partnership
• Opportunity to help deliver an exceptional patient experience from day one

Equal Opportunity Employer.