The LaSalle Group
Patient Access Specialist
The LaSalle Group, Oak Brook, Illinois, United States, 60523
LaSalle Network is currently seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused
Patient Access Specialist
to join our client's team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for patients, providing assistance with the registration and admission process, verifying insurance coverage and collecting demographic and financial information. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service to every patient.
Patient Access Specialist Responsibilities:
Greet patients and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner, providing assistance and information as neededRegister patients for appointments, procedures and admissions using electronic health record (EHR) systems with accuracy and efficiencyVerify patient demographic information and insurance coverage, obtaining necessary authorizations and referrals as requiredCollect patient co-payments, deductibles and other financial obligations, explaining billing processes and payment options as neededCoordinate with clinical staff and other departments to ensure smooth and timely patient flow and schedulingRespond to patient inquiries and requests promptly and courteously, escalating issues as appropriate to ensure resolutionMaintain patient confidentiality and privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policiesAssist with administrative tasks such as filing, scanning and data entry to support departmental operations
Patient Access Specialist Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferredPrevious experience in healthcare administration, patient registration or customer service preferredStrong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic health record (EHR) systemsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families and colleaguesDetail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environmentCompassionate and empathetic demeanor with a commitment to providing exceptional patient careWillingness to adhere to organizational policies and procedures, including attendance and punctuality standards
If you are interested in this exciting
Patient Access Specialist
opportunity and feel you meet these qualifications, please apply today!
Thank you,
Angelika KroczakProject Manager - Healthcare Revenue CycleLaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
Patient Access Specialist
to join our client's team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for patients, providing assistance with the registration and admission process, verifying insurance coverage and collecting demographic and financial information. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service to every patient.
Patient Access Specialist Responsibilities:
Greet patients and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner, providing assistance and information as neededRegister patients for appointments, procedures and admissions using electronic health record (EHR) systems with accuracy and efficiencyVerify patient demographic information and insurance coverage, obtaining necessary authorizations and referrals as requiredCollect patient co-payments, deductibles and other financial obligations, explaining billing processes and payment options as neededCoordinate with clinical staff and other departments to ensure smooth and timely patient flow and schedulingRespond to patient inquiries and requests promptly and courteously, escalating issues as appropriate to ensure resolutionMaintain patient confidentiality and privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policiesAssist with administrative tasks such as filing, scanning and data entry to support departmental operations
Patient Access Specialist Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferredPrevious experience in healthcare administration, patient registration or customer service preferredStrong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic health record (EHR) systemsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families and colleaguesDetail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environmentCompassionate and empathetic demeanor with a commitment to providing exceptional patient careWillingness to adhere to organizational policies and procedures, including attendance and punctuality standards
If you are interested in this exciting
Patient Access Specialist
opportunity and feel you meet these qualifications, please apply today!
Thank you,
Angelika KroczakProject Manager - Healthcare Revenue CycleLaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.