Patient Access Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Analyze daily appointment report
Verify pre-appointment requirements
Resolve patient access issues
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Access Specialist responsible for executing pre-service activities to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency. The role requires experience in customer service and healthcare administration, with a focus on insurance verification and appointment management. **

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 (EHR) and aligned with payer and provider requirements.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Access Specialist responsible for executing pre-service activities to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency. The role requires experience in customer service and healthcare administration, with a focus on insurance verification and appointment management. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Analyze Daily Appointment Report
  • Verify pre-appointment requirements
  • Resolve patient access issues

Nice-to-have

  • Support organizational excellence
  • Champion teamwork and diversity
  • Focus on improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • High School/GED plus 4 years of experience
  • Associate degree plus 2 years of experience
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Three (3) years of experience in patient registration, scheduling, or billing in a healthcare environment preferred
  • CHAA certification preferred
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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