Patient Access Services Rep/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Fayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
3/15/2025
Full Time
$17 - $27 per hour
Job Title
Patient Access Services Rep/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE48759
Working Title
Patient Access Services Representative
Department Name
H3020:Admitting and Registration Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
07
Salary Range
$17.50-27.31/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Shift
Primarily days Monday- Friday; some weekends and holidays required.
Job Summary
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for providing pre- and post-visit activities for UK HealthCare patients including appointment registration; resolution of patient complaints; collection and verification of demographic information and insurance/payer source information and correction of registration errors; as well as maintain HIPAA compliant and comply with all UKHC policies regarding patient privacy and confidentiality. This position will also participate in unit and Enterprise activities to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. Please apply for any and all positions you feel qualified.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented; possess patient registration and health insurance knowledge; have the ability to multi-task with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail; be proficient in Microsoft Office, to include Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); have solid time management, critical thinking, follow-through, and planning and organizational skills; and have a high level of respect for confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate degree and at least four years of healthcare customer service experience preferred; previous experience working with patient registration highly preferred.
Deadline to Apply
03/20/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary range
- $17 - $27 per hour