Patient Access Specialist

We are looking for a Patient Access Specialist to support a busy outpatient surgery center in Pennsylvania. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys helping patients, managing registration activities, and keeping scheduling and insurance information accurate in a healthcare setting. The role offers a permanent, weekday schedule with eight-hour shifts and rotating start times, making it a strong fit for candidates seeking consistent Monday through Friday hours without a weekend commitment.

• Full-time
• Located at the the South Hills of Pittsburgh
• Monday through Friday schedule
• 8-hour shifts with rotating weekly start times between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM
• Shift differential for hours worker before 7am ($2.00) and after 3pm ($1.50)
• Great fit for candidates seeking a weekday schedule with no weekend requirement

Responsibilities:

• Welcome patients and guide them through the registration process for outpatient surgical services.

• Gather and update demographic, insurance, and medical information to maintain accurate patient records.

• Verify insurance coverage and confirm eligibility prior to scheduled appointments or procedures.

• Coordinate appointment scheduling and make adjustments as needed to support patient care operations.

• Answer patient questions related to intake, registration, and appointment preparation in a thorough and attentive manner.

• Work closely with clinical and administrative teams to ensure timely and accurate access to services.

• Maintain confidentiality and handle patient information in accordance with healthcare privacy standards.

• Support front-end access workflows for the surgery center while helping create an efficient patient experience.

Call our local Robert Half office for more details! Job reference number: 03810-0013500588

• Previous experience in patient registration, patient access, or a similar healthcare administrative role.
• Working knowledge of insurance verification and eligibility review processes.
• Ability to schedule appointments accurately and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a patient-focused and detail-oriented approach.
• High level of attention to detail when entering and reviewing patient information.
• Comfort using healthcare systems and standard office technology for registration and scheduling tasks.
• Availability to work on a permanent basis, Monday through Friday, with rotating eight-hour start times.