Patient Access Specialist

Patient Registration Specialist

Responsible for timely and accurate patient registration. Interviews patients for all pertinent account information. Verify all insurance and calculates and collects patient liability amounts. Ensure that all necessary signatures are obtained for treatment. Answer any questions and explain policies clearly. Check for physician orders and attaches them to the appropriate patient record to ensure correct test is received. Print and collate any paperwork needed for each patient to for distribution to the unit / department. Escorts patients to his / her area or refers patient to available escort as needed. Choose correct health plan and accurately research to ensure accuracy when verifying insurance. Enter all authorization information accurately as needed. Follows guidelines and instructions from senior staff. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education and Work Experience : High School Education / GED or equivalent : Preferred

Essential Functions :

• Facilitates the patient admission and discharge process including collection of patient information and financial data.
• Performs clerical tasks such as answers phone calls and questions.
• Maintains files and patient information up to date.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments with patients.
• Confirms patient appointments and gives appropriate instructions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.