Patient Access Representative
Location : Blair Medical Associates Altoona, PA Schedule : Full-Time | MondayFriday | Day Shift
Make a Difference Every Day
UPMC Altoona Regional Health Services is seeking a Patient Access Representative to join our team at the Blair Medical location. This front-line role is essential to ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for our patients. If you're organized, compassionate, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and register patients, verify demographics and insurance
- Schedule appointments and manage wait / reschedule lists
- Collect copays and process payments using UPAY
- Assist patients with Welcome Kiosks and AVS (After Visit Summary)
- Answer and direct phone calls professionally
- Troubleshoot and report issues with office equipment
- Support patients with insurance questions and UPMC / BMA policies
- Follow department workflows and assist during system downtimes
Why Join UPMC?
Be part of a mission-driven healthcare organizationSupportive team environmentOpportunities for growth and developmentCompetitive compensation and benefitsApply Today!
If you're ready to be the welcoming face of UPMC Altoona and help patients navigate their healthcare journey, apply now to join our team.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (required)Medical Secretarial School graduate (preferred)6+ months of related experience (preferred)Basic computer skills and familiarity with medical terminologyStrong communication and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances :
ACT 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran