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TeamHealth

Medical Director in Locust, NC

Knoxville, TN · On-site

... access to high-quality, integrated healthcare throughout Locust, North Carolina, and surrounding ... be part-time with the opportunity to transition to a full-time position as patient volume and ...

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How much do part time patient access jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time patient access in Tennessee is $17.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time patient access job?

Part time patient access jobs involve assisting patients with the administrative aspects of their healthcare visits, such as registration, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, and collecting necessary information. These roles are essential in ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of patients within medical facilities. Working part time allows for flexible schedules, making it an attractive option for students or those seeking work-life balance. Patient access representatives often serve as the first point of contact for patients, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time patient access representative?

To thrive as a Part Time Patient Access representative, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and patient registration software is typically required. Exceptional customer service, communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help build trust with patients and support team dynamics. These qualifications are vital to ensure accurate patient data entry, efficient admissions processes, and a positive patient experience.

What are typical challenges faced by part time patient access staff, and how can they be managed?

Part-time Patient Access staff often encounter challenges such as managing high patient volumes during busy periods, staying updated on changing hospital policies, and coordinating effectively with other departments despite limited hours. To manage these challenges, clear communication with team members and supervisors is essential, as is taking advantage of available training resources to stay informed. Building strong organizational skills and proactively seeking clarification when needed can help part-time staff balance their responsibilities and contribute effectively to patient care.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Patient Access job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,615 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Patient Access Specialist, Patient Access- Emergency, Blount, Part-Time, Nights

Maryville, TN • On-site

Prisma Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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$15 - $20/hr

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Receives and interviews patients to collect and verify pertinent demographic and financial data. Verifies insurance and initiates pre-authorization process when required. Collects required payments or makes necessary financial arrangements. Performs all assigned duties in a courteous and professional manner. May perform business office functions.

Essential Functions

  • All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

  • Interviews patient or other source (in accordance with HIPAA Guidelines) to secure information relative to financial status, demographic data and employment information. Enters accurate information into computer database, accesses Sovera to ensure the most recent insurance card is on file, and scans documents according to departmental guidelines. Follows up for incomplete and missing information.

  • Verifies insurance coverage/benefits utilizing online eligibility or by telephone inquiry to the employer and/or third-party payor. Information obtained through insurance verification must always be documented in the system. Assigns appropriate insurance plan from the third-party database; ensures insurance priorities are correct based on third-party requirements/ COB. Initiates pre-certification process as required according to Departmental Guidelines; obtains signed waiver for cases where pre-certification is required but not yet obtained.

  • Obtains necessary signatures and other information on appropriate forms and documents as required including, but not limited to, Consent Form, Liability Assignment, and Waiver Letter.

  • Receives payments and issues receipts, actively working toward collection goals. Maintains cash funds/verification logs and makes daily deposits according to departmental policies and procedures.

  • Prepares and distributes appropriate reports, documents, and patient identification items as required. This includes, but is not limited to, Privacy Notice, Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Patient Rights in Healthcare Decisions Brochure, Medicare Booklet, schedules, productivity logs, monthly collection reports, patient armbands, patient valuables, etc.

  • Communicates to patients their estimated financialresponsibility.Requests payment prior to or at the time of service. Refers patients who may need extended terms to the Medical Services Payment Program and patients needing financial assistance to appropriate program.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.


Minimum Requirements

  • Education - High School diploma or equivalent OR post-high school diploma/highest degree earned

  • Experience - Two (2) years of Admissions, Billing, Collections, Insurance and/or Customer Service


In Lieu Of

  • NA

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

  • NA

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database, data entry)

  • Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)

  • Mathematical skills

  • Registration and scheduling experience- Preferred

  • Familiarity with medical terminology- Preferred

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Blount Memorial Hospital

Facility

Corporate

Department

Patient Access-Blount

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