Patient Access Representative

Patient Access Representative *UNION POSITION*Job Type: Full-Time Monday - Friday (Day Shift)Compensation Range: $17.62 - $26.70/hourlyYour experience mattersTrios Health is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Access Representative joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.How you'll contribute:Collects patient demographic, insurance, and financial information for outpatient services and inpatient admissions.Verifies benefits, obtains authorizations as needed, and collects co-pays/deductibles at the point of service to efficiently expedite the admitting process.Provides a positive first impression of the facility. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.This position plays an important role in supporting patient care and creating a positive patient experience from the moment patients enter our ER.Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy, assigning medical record number if appropriate.Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members, ensures all necessary signatures are obtained for treatment.Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary.Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.Researches the patients visit history to ensure compliance with third party payer requirements, completing appropriate documentation as applicable.Collects co-pays and other funds from patients based upon established criteria.Checks supplies and stocks supplies as needed. Serves as back-up for other functional areas.What we're looking for:High school diploma or equivalent preferredExcellent customer service skillsKnowledge of insurance verification and registration workflowsStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced Emergency Room environment.A positive attitude and strong teamwork skillsWhy join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.More about Trios HealthPeople are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Trios Health, anchored by Trios Southridge Hospital, offers a lifetime of care across a broad spectrum of healthcare specialties and services. In fact, we've built what has become one of Eastern Washington's largest multi-specialty medical groups.EEOC Statement: Trios Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: