Senior Patient Access Representative - Emergency Department

University hospitals
Cleveland, OH
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Senior Patient Access Representative in our Emergency Department, you play a critical role in creating a positive experience for patients and families during some of their most vulnerable moments.

What You Will Do

Complete patient registration, verify demographic and insurance information, and ensure records are accurate and up to date.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where priorities can change quickly, and you remain calm, professional, and compassionate when interacting with patients experiencing urgent or stressful situations.

Requirements

  • High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
  • 2+ years of patient/customer service in a hospital, physician practice of medical clinic (Required)
  • Exceptional communication skills with both patients and medical care providers to relay necessary information (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple responsibilities and handle interruptions (Required proficiency)
  • Strong organizational skills (Required proficiency)
  • Problem-solving skills for scheduling conflicts, missing documentation and other issues (Required proficiency)
  • Attention to detail to ensure all patient information is accurate and available (Required proficiency)
  • Compassion to help patients and caregivers in difficult situations (Required proficiency)
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality (Required proficiency)
  • Basic knowledge of electronic health records and basic medical terminology. (Required proficiency)

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) or other retirement plan
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) for medical expenses
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) for dependent care
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Wellness programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee recognition and reward programs
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