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PATIENT ACCESS SPECIALIST
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$55,758 / year median in Oregon
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Are you a person who is patient, chipper, happy, smiling, and welcoming? Come put your skills to use as a Patient Access Specialist.
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center (SCHHC) is a Critical Access Hospital in Bandon Oregon. Our mission is "Quality healthcare with a personal touch". Does that resonate with you? If so, come join our talented employees. SCHHC has full-time openings for an onsite Patient Access Specialist. The Patient Access Specialist is responsible for registering patients into the Hospital Information System. May exercise some independent judgment. Reports to and works under the direct supervision of the Patient Access Department Supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge, & Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or GED is required.
Two years of experience in Patient Admissions or equivalent business experience or education is required.
Strong interpersonal skills with a drive to provide exceptional service.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Attention to detail and organizational skillsExcellent oral and written communication, organizational skills, and computer proficiency, specifically in Microsoft Office and online software.
This is a Full-Time onsite position that is eligible for benefits.
• SCHHC pays the full employee-only amount for Health, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life & AD&D insurance.
•Employment with Southern Coos Hospital is contingent upon an acceptable pre-employment drug screening and background check.
U.S.
Citizenship:
All applicants must be U.S. citizens or have proper authorization to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor a Visa and Permanent Residency for this position.
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to join our teams. Reasonable accommodation is available to access job openings or apply for a job.
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is a drug-free, tobacco-free, and smoke-free campus.