Patient Access Coordinator

Overview

In this role, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring a seamless experience for patients, staff, and referral sources by managing front office operations efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a background in front desk or reception work with strong communication skills and computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Patient Reception: Greet and assist patients upon arrival, providing information on wait times and addressing inquiries at the front desk or reception area
• Patient Intake: Verify and update patient demographics and insurance details during check-in; handle walk-in registrations
• Financial Transactions: Collect patient payments, including deductibles, copays, and co-insurance at the front desk
• Appointment Scheduling: Coordinate follow-up appointments, including cast and measure, delivery, and prosthetic care plans.
• Patient Support: Serve as a liaison for clinic services, offering information on patient experience programs, support groups, and other resources.
• Administrative Assistance: Collaborate with the Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) team to obtain necessary patient information.
• Record Maintenance: Ensure accurate and complete electronic health records for all patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Be at minimum a good fit for the job, as determined by the Talent Sorter assessment preferred. Hanger will administer the Talent Sorter as part of the selection process
• Less than one year of customer service, administrative or related experience required.
• Experience in a receptionist position or experience with medical front office procedures preferred.
• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.