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Access Dubuque

Patient Access Representative

Dubuque, IA

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Patient Access Representative Southwest Health 1 Positions ID: 80487 Posted On 09/02/2025 Refreshed On 05/08/2026 Job Overview Requirements * Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Rep

Fort Dodge, IA

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

A s a Patient Access Representative, you'll keep things running smoothly by handling admissions, registrations, insurance verification, and scheduling with precision and care. You'll be the go-to ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Rep

Sioux City, IA

$17 - $21.75/hr

Patient Access- SLRMC * Shift: 6p-6a Th/F & 1030a-7 Sun * Job ID: 181534 Overview UnityPoint-St. Luke's Hours: 6:00pm-6:00am Th/F & 10:30am-7:00pm Sun The Patient Access Representative NE is ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

M/F/Sa 6:00am-6:30pm The Patient Access Representative NE is responsible for facilitating patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

The Patient Access Representative is responsible for facilitating patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the registration process.

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

Luke's Hours: 9:30am-6pm The Patient Access Representative NE is responsible for facilitating patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and efficiency ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

M/F/Sa 6:00am-6:30pm The Patient Access Representative NE is responsible for facilitating patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

Luke's Hours: 9:30am-6pm The Patient Access Representative NE is responsible for facilitating patient admission, registration, insurance verification, and scheduling, ensuring accuracy and efficiency ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Fort Dodge, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

A s a Patient Access Representative, you'll keep things running smoothly by handling admissions, registrations, insurance verification, and scheduling with precision and care. You'll be the go-to ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Fort Dodge, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

A s a Patient Access Representative, you'll keep things running smoothly by handling admissions, registrations, insurance verification, and scheduling with precision and care. You'll be the go-to ...

UnityPoint Health

Patient Access Representative

Fort Dodge, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

A s a Patient Access Representative, you'll keep things running smoothly by handling admissions, registrations, insurance verification, and scheduling with precision and care. You'll be the go-to ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient access rep in Iowa is $17.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.58 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient Access Representative, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Access Representative, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent (with some employers preferring healthcare experience). Familiarity with healthcare management software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and insurance verification tools is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities help provide outstanding customer service and manage sensitive patient information. These skills ensure accurate patient data entry, efficient patient flow, and a positive experience for patients and healthcare providers.

What are some common challenges faced by Patient Access Representatives, and how can they be managed effectively?

Patient Access Representatives often encounter challenges such as managing high patient volumes, handling sensitive patient information, and ensuring accurate data entry under time constraints. To manage these effectively, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, maintain clear communication with patients and healthcare staff, and stay up-to-date with hospital policies and insurance requirements. Many facilities provide ongoing training and support to help staff navigate these challenges and ensure a positive patient experience.

What does a Patient Access Representative do?

A Patient Access Representative is responsible for greeting patients, verifying their personal and insurance information, registering them for medical services, and assisting with scheduling appointments. They act as a liaison between patients, medical staff, and insurance companies to ensure smooth intake and billing processes. Their role is essential for maintaining accurate patient records and providing excellent customer service in healthcare settings.

What is the difference between Patient Access Rep vs Medical Secretary?

AspectPatient Access RepMedical Secretary
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; administrative or medical office training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesMedical offices, hospitals, clinics
Primary ResponsibilitiesPatient registration, insurance verification, schedulingScheduling appointments, managing correspondence, record keeping
Industry UsageHealthcare, patient servicesHealthcare, administrative support

While both roles work in healthcare settings, Patient Access Reps focus on patient registration and insurance, whereas Medical Secretaries handle administrative tasks like scheduling and correspondence. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Patient Access Representative

Access Dubuque

Dubuque, IA

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Patient Access Representative

Southwest Health

1 Positions

ID: 80487

Posted On 09/02/2025

Refreshed On 05/08/2026

Job Overview

Requirements

  • Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

  • Six months to one year experience with customer relations required

  • Knowledge of basic office procedures/equipment and computer systems required

  • Familiarization with medical terminology and prior health care experience preferred

  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.

Work Hours

We’re growing and expanding our Patient Access team!

-We are seeking a part-time (20 hours/week) Patient Access Representative to work Wednesday- Friday.

  • We are seeking a full-time (36 hours/week) Patient Access Representative to work Monday through Friday in our Family Medicine Clinic and Call Center.

  • We are seeking a full-time (36 hours/week) Patient Access Representative to work as a Float in various departments.

  • We are seeking a full-time (40 hours/week) Patient Access Representative to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM- 4:00 PM, in our Infusion/Oncology Clinic

Job Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Patient Access Representative are to arrange for efficient and orderly registration of Emergency, Inpatients and Outpatients. A patient access representative ensures that accurate patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. These duties will be performed in a ΓÇ£Customer orientedΓÇ¥ professional manner

Contact Information

Southwest Health

Attn: Human Resources

1400 Eastside Rd

Platteville, WI 53818

Phone: (608) 342-0998

Email: hr@southwesthealth.org

Fax: (608) 342-5015

Benefits

Southwest Health is truly an outstanding place to work. A full benefit package is available for employees working 20 hours/week or greater which includes: Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance. Also available are long and short term disability, cell phone discount, flexible spending plan, paid time off, retirement plan with an employer contribution, fitness membership discount as well as use of exercise equipment at the facility.

Primary Contact

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Miranda Koch

HR Generalist, Human Resources

608-342-4796

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Job Details

Location

Platteville, WI

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Company ID

1250

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20250902

End Date

20261230

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Southwest Health

About the Company

Southwest Health is a non-profit healthcare system offering southwest Wisconsin a range of services within our various facilities. Our locations include a hospital and clinic in Platteville, Southwest Health Behavioral Services, a clinic, Eye Center, and rehab services facility in Cuba City, Darlington, and Kieler Wisconsin.

We are a model healthcare organization that provides the highest quality at the lowest possible cost to create healthier communities. The Joint Commission has awarded Southwest Health a full accreditation as a Health Care Organization because we strive to provide the best care possible and prove it by meeting the Joint Commissions' standards for high-quality care. Southwest Health has been named a Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. These awards and the awards won in the past, speak to the commitment Southwest Health has for safety, patient experience, and creating a healthier southwest Wisconsin. This accreditation marks Southwest Health' fourth consecutive year of receiving the Guardian Excellence award for inpatient Patient Experience.

Southwest Health features four family medicine clinics, four Eye Center locations, Birth Center, a specialty services with cardiology, ENT, and Interventional Pain, a state-of-the-art Orthopedic Institute housing physical, occupational, and speech therapies, and 24-hour emergency services, to name just a few.

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