Manager, Patient AccessUNM Medical Group, Inc. • Albuquerque, NM, United States
Manager, Patient Access
UNM Medical Group, Inc. • Albuquerque, NM, United States
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionHigh school diploma / GED required Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field is preferred. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Five (5) years of experience in a patient access or healthcare setting, with three (3) years in a supervisory or management role. Possession of a valid, unrestricted New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for the job. Manages day-to-day operations of patient access functions including registration, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, prior authorization, and point-of-service collections; ensures timely and accurate patient registration and appointment scheduling in alignment with clinic capacity and clinician templates; oversees resolution of patient access barriers, including referral, authorization, and eligibility issues. Recruits, trains, and supervises patient access staff; provides coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations; ensures adequate staffing coverage and cross-training across locations and functions; promotes a culture of service excellence, teamwork, and accountability; develops and monitors productivity, quality, and service standards; identifies process improvement opportunities to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency. Monitors patient access accuracy, including insurance data entry, authorizations, and copay collection; collaborates with billing and revenue cycle teams to reduce registration and eligibility denials; tracks and reports metrics such as wait times, no-show rates, registration accuracy, and POS collections. Oversight of centralized patient scheduling call center; coordinates staffing levels and work assignments to align with call demand and operational needs; ensures accuracy of appointment data in scheduling systems; monitors call volumes, abandonment rates, wait times, and other service metrics to ensure service level targets are achieved. Addresses and resolves escalated patient and staff issues with professionalism and empathy to ensure a constructive solution is reached. Oversight of complex insurance cases including eligibility denials; ensures information is appropriately communicated to all applicable stakeholders; assists staff in resolving challenges with payers. Serves as liaison between clinical departments, revenue cycle, and administrative functions to promote coordinated care and information flow; works closely with clinic leadership to manage scheduling templates, provider availability, and patient throughput; responds to patient inquiries and resolves escalated access issues professionally and promptly. Oversees preparation and submission of operational, financial, and compliance reports; ensures data integrity and adherence to reporting requirements; develops and implements reporting processes to monitor key performance indicators and identify areas for improvement; analyzes trends and variance, providing leadership with actionable insights through regular reporting cycles. Monitors operating budgets for assigned areas; allocates staff and material resources to meet operational goals and patient care needs effectively; reviews budget performance, identifies variances, and implements corrective actions; ensures prudent financial stewardship aligned with departmental objectives. Monitors emerging regulatory and payer trends that affect patient access; ensures policies, procedures, and staff practices reflect current federal, state, and local regulatory requirements; collaborates with compliance, quality, and clinical leadership to implement operational adjustments in response to new regulations or accreditation standards. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Competitive Salary & Benefits : UNMMG provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Insurance Coverage : Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additional Perks : Offers tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and a 403b retirement plan for eligible employees.
The UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Manager of Patient Access to join our Clinical Operation Group. This opportunity is a full time day shift opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Minimum $70,849 - Midpoint $90,302
- Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience.
- Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours / week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.
Summary
The Manager, Patient Access oversees front-end registration, scheduling, insurance verification, and related access functions within the UNM Medical Group. This role ensures efficient patient flow, accurate data capture, positive patient experience, and compliance with regulatory and payer requirements. The manager provides operational leadership, supervises patient access teams, and partners with clinical and revenue cycle leaders to optimize access, throughput, and revenue integrity.
Minimum Job Requirements of a Manager, Patient Access :
Education
Experience
Certifications / Licenses
Duties and Responsibilities of a Manager, Patient Access :
Why Join UNM Medical Group, Inc.?
Since our creation in 2007, our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. Modern Healthcare recognizes UNMMG in their Best Places to Work recognition for 2025 . We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work : we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity , Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence . We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well-being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.
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