Job Summary Occupation: Patient Access Representative Specialty: Admissions / Registration Salary: $19.28$24.46 Working Hours:40 hours/week Shifts: Varies On-Call:No Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent preferred Position Type: Full Time Work Environment: Hospital Clinic Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States Visa Sponsorship: No Job Description Werelooking for responsible and organizedPatient Access Representativeswho are committed to supporting patients during one of their most important first stepsadmission and registration. In this role,youllhandle a variety of clerical duties related to outpatient testing, emergency, and hospital admissions, including verifying insurance and securing pre-authorizations. Youllcontribute to the smooth functioning of the admissions process while ensuring patients receivetimelyand respectful service. Key Responsibilities Perform clerical tasks for outpatient, ER, and hospital admissions Register patients andassistwith pre-admission processes Obtain insurance pre-authorizations as needed Notify insurance providers of patient admissions Support department managers with assigned tasks Provide backup for hospital telephone operator and emergency call system Collaborative Teamwork This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent preferred Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English Knowledge of clerical skills and Windows-based PC software Mustmaintain95%+ accuracy on monthly audits after 3 months Able to work independently with minimal supervision Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and courteous behavior Works cooperatively with team members and across departments Willing to learn andoperatehospital telephone system, including emergency code calls Benefits Youll Enjoy Medical, Dental, Vision 403B with Employer Match Life Insurance Flex Spending Health Care Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program Gym Membership Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Sick and Vacation Time Welcome To RRH Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH hasstate-of-the-artfacilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, viewTreatment Care.RRH received the American Medical AssociationsJoy in Medicine Awardin both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH alsomaintainsan establishedphysicianwell-being program. Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our communitys health and the well-being of those who care for them. About Ridgecrest Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe,itsbeen voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia NationalForestand Death Valley. Learn moreAbout Ridgecrestand theOutdoor Activitiesaround it.