Patient Access Specialist

Lakeshore Talent
Lakeshore Talent is seeking a Patient Access Specialist for a large healthcare organization in Durango, Colorado. Hourly pay for this position is $18-$20, depending on prior experience. This position starts out as a 4-8 week contract, with a potential to be extended. This client is looking to have people start ASAP, candidates would need to be able to start immediately!
Due to this being in a hospital environment, if selected candidates must be willing to provide proof of immunizations (flu shot, TDap, TB, MMR, Varicella) as well as pass a background check and 10 panel drug test.
Duties:
- Greeting and registering up to 100 patients and guests per day
- Collecting co-payments
- Answering main line for department
- Scheduling follow up visits at patient check-out
Qualifications:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Office experience in a healthcare environment preferred
- Familiar with medical terminology preferred
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Microsoft Office
- H.S. Diploma/GED required