Job Overview & Responsibilities:
The Patient Access Representative (PAR) is responsible for managing referrals and scheduling for a group of assigned clinics within a regionalized scheduling model. This role ensures accurate and timely appointment booking, referral processing, and adherence to standardized workflows to deliver a best-in-class patient experience. The PAR serves as a key communication link between patients, clinics, and internal teams, requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a patient-centered approach.
Essential Functions
Scheduling & Referral Management
- Schedule patient appointments across multiple clinics following standardized protocols and templates.
- Schedule patients appropriately based on clinics and providers who can provide care needed, availability, and desired location.
- Manage incoming referrals to completeness including verification of demographics, insurance details, and provider notes.
- Communicate proactively regarding schedule changes, cancellations, and documentation gaps.
- Manage and process referrals across all required EHRs accurately and promptly to ensure timely patient communication and status updates.
Patient Communication & Experience
- Provide exceptional service to patients, families, and caregivers during scheduling interactions.
- Assist patients with questions related to appointments, insurance, and therapy processes.
- Ensure all interactions reflect a professional, empathetic, and patient-first philosophy.
- Document necessary information needed to communicate effectively amongst clinic teams.
- Utilize approved scheduling strategies
Administrative & Operational Support
- Document all scheduling activities accurately in the EMR and other required systems.
- Coordinate with Authorization and Verification teams to resolve access issues.
- Monitor scheduling compliance and escalate concerns to the District Supervisor when needed.
Compliance & Documentation
- Adhere to HIPAA, privacy, and confidentiality standards.
- Follow workflows related to insurance verification, authorization communication, and referral documentation.
Team Collaboration
- Partner with Patient Access Coordinators, Clinic Managers, and regional teams to support operational needs.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and scheduling initiatives.
- Offer insight on any specific barriers encountered to help improve workflows and patient access.
Qualifications & Pay Range:
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong problem solving and adaptability skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using EMR and scheduling platforms.
- Professional, empathetic, and patient-centered approach.
Required Credentials
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1–2 years of experience in healthcare scheduling, patient access, or customer service preferred.
- Experience using EMR systems and scheduling platforms strongly preferred.
Schedule
- Full-time (schedule varies and could include 7-4, 8-5, 9-6 or 10-7)
- This is a remote role, but we ask that the candidate reside in Georgia.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $16-$18/hr
- (Any posted pay range considers multiple compensations factors including background, experience, and work location while also allowing for salary growth within the position)
Company Overview:
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