Patient Access Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring for a Patient Access Associate on behalf of a leading regional healthcare provider in Northern Virginia. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for incoming patients, delivering exceptional customer service while streamlining front-desk registration and administrative operations.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, rotating day shifts (7:00 AM – 9:00 AM start times through 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM end times)
Location: Onsite, Fairfax, VA area
Compensation: $17.72 – $21.27 per hour

Status: Temporary thru January

Responsibilities

• Greet incoming patients, verify demographic and insurance details, and accurately enter registration data into healthcare management systems.
• Provide a welcoming, supportive atmosphere for patients and family members, answering high-volume inquiries and directing visitors effectively.
• Utilize healthcare software and computer tools to manage patient flow, check-in schedules, and routine administrative workflows.
• Coordinate clearly with clinical staff and care teams to support seamless, efficient patient operations.

Qualifications and Key Skills

• 1-2 years of customer service experience in any fast-paced industry (e.g., retail, hospitality, office administration), 1 year of experience in a medical setting (strong plus), or an Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong foundational verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Basic computer skills with comfort navigating digital software and scheduling platforms.

\nCompany Description

Our mission:
Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.

At PrideStaff, it’s all about you. Whether you’re an entry-level worker or a senior executive, an HR Manager or a front line supervisor, our goal is to understand what matters to you – your goals, your priorities, your success. Our locally-owned offices seek to understand your needs and track results, measure feedback, and keep it personal. Everything we do is designed to serve you better, and our ten years of being recognized as among the top 1% in the industry tell us we are doing something right!

Company Description

Our mission:\r\nConsistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.\r\n\r\nAt PrideStaff, it’s all about you. Whether you’re an entry-level worker or a senior executive, an HR Manager or a front line supervisor, our goal is to understand what matters to you – your goals, your priorities, your success. Our locally-owned offices seek to understand your needs and track results, measure feedback, and keep it personal. Everything we do is designed to serve you better, and our ten years of being recognized as among the top 1% in the industry tell us we are doing something right!