Patient Access Registration Specialist

About the Role

This position involves direct interaction with patients and caregivers to obtain necessary information and documentation. The role requires verifying insurance benefits, escorting patients within the facility, and ensuring accurate registration processes.

Responsibilities

• Meets with patient and/or patient's caregiver to exchange necessary information and documentation.
• Verifies insurance benefits and obtains pre-certification/authorization as necessary.
• Escort and transport patients and visitors within the facility, which may include a wheelchair or oxygen tank.
• Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.
• Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid family and medical leave.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.