Patient Access Specialist - Wage

Patient Access Specialist

Performs patient access functions of a specialized nature through the application and interpretation of policies and procedures and requiring the use of independent judgment in a medical setting. This includes mastery of registration, insurance, scheduling, and billing / POS collections (OLJ) in multiple locations which include varying clinical demands as well as registration criteria. Additionally, patient access specialists are the first line of dialogue about financial assistance through financial screening; offer financial screening with a mini screening at registration and refer to the financial coordinators for financial counseling support and screening. Demonstrates exceptional customer service both for in-person and telephone activities. Demonstrates expected behaviors applicable to the medical center and revenue cycle access systems and policies, procedures, and guidelines. Receives funds, issues receipts, balances cash journals, and makes deposits. Maintains current working knowledge; adheres to revenue cycle policies and procedures; performs problem-solving activities. Performs area-specific support activities. Demonstrates engagement in the work team and goals of the revenue cycle. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship at this time or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Education : High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience : No experience required

Licensure : None required

Physical Demands

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending / stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) and repetitive motion : computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift / push / pull 20 - 50lbs.

Position Compensation Range : $13.38 - $26.76 Hourly

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions / procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.