Patient Access Specialist

Patient Access SpecialistProgress on your journey to success! ECLARO is currently recruiting for a Patient Access Specialist in the Chicago, IL area for one of our clients. ECLARO's client is a leading provider of healthcare workforce software and solutions. If you're up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity! Position Overview:The Patient Access Specialist provides convenient access to services for patients and minimizes financial risk to the organization. The Patient Access Specialist will maximize reimbursement by efficiently scheduling and pre-registering patients for their upcoming service at Client as well as promotes accuracy and timeliness of data processing and maintains customer services objectives. This role includes scheduling the patient, updating insurance and demographic information, performing medical necessity checks as appropriate, verifying the authorization was initiated by the physician's office, and initiating financial account processes and educating patients regarding policies, procedures, expectations and financial responsibilities. Provides outstanding and professional Customer Service to all internal and external customers.Required Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent.2-3 years customer service or medical office experience.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Proficiency in computer data-entry / typing.Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.Basic Computer Skills.Ability to type 40 WPM.Ability to multi-task.Customer service oriented.Excellent organizational, time management, analytical, and problem solving skills.Preferred Skills:Additional education.Additional language skills.Healthcare finance and / or healthcare insurance experience.Knowledge and experience in a healthcare setting, especially patient scheduling and / or registration.Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 16:30); Duration: 26 weeks Pay Rate: $23.33 / Hour If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits:401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill LynchCommuter Check Pretax Commuter BenefitsEligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLAROEqual Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.