Patient Access Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, USA
Base: $18.99; bonus/equity: not specified; benefit...
High school diploma or ged required
4 years customer service experience
2 years with associate degree
The Patient Access Specialist plays a critical frontline role in supporting organizational excellence in patient experience, operational efficiency, and revenue cycle performance

Job Summary

  • The Patient Access Specialist plays a critical frontline role in supporting organizational excellence in patient experience, operational efficiency, and revenue cycle performance.
  • This position is primarily responsible for executing high-volume, detail-oriented pre-service activities to ensure all scheduled appointments are accurately prepared within the electronic health record.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts for staff and dependents.

Matching Summary

The Patient Access Specialist plays a critical frontline role in supporting organizational excellence in patient experience, operational efficiency, and revenue cycle performance.

Salary

Base: $18.99; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match, Education discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • 4 years customer service experience
  • 2 years with Associate degree
  • Government payor validation expertise
  • Daily appointment report reconciliation

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3 years healthcare registration experience
  • CHAA certification
  • Subject matter expert in billing queues
  • Flexible clinic float assignments

Key Requirements

  • High School/GED plus 4 years experience
  • Associate degree plus 2 years experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US
  • Pre-employment background screening required

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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