Patient Access Rep
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Representative coordinates services among the patients, physician offices, insurance carriers, and service departments. This position ensures insurance entry, verification, network ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Representative coordinates services among the patients, physician offices, insurance carriers, and service departments. This position ensures insurance entry, verification, network ...
Greensburg, IN · On-site
$16 - $20.25/hr
The Patient Access Representative plays a vital role in ensuring an efficient and accurate patient registration process while delivering exceptional customer service. This role supports both the ...
Greensburg, IN · On-site
$16 - $20.25/hr
The Patient Access Representative plays a vital role in ensuring an efficient and accurate patient registration process while delivering exceptional customer service. This role supports both the ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Representative coordinates services among the patients, physician offices, insurance carriers, and service departments. This position ensures insurance entry, verification, network ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Representative coordinates services among the patients, physician offices, insurance carriers, and service departments. This position ensures insurance entry, verification, network ...
Marion, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
Marion, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
Marion, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
Marion, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.75/hr
The Patient Access Representative is responsible for the scheduling, insurance verification, pre-cert follow-up, pre-admission, admission, registration, ordering of tests and procedures, verifying ...
$16 - $20.25/hr
The Patient Access Representative plays a vital role in ensuring an efficient and accurate patient registration process while delivering exceptional customer service. This role supports both the ...
$16 - $20.25/hr
The Patient Access Representative plays a vital role in ensuring an efficient and accurate patient registration process while delivering exceptional customer service. This role supports both the ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
$16.50 - $21/hr
The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Specialty: ENT Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Specialty: ENT Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Specialty: ENT Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Specialty: ENT Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
Munster, IN · On-site
$17.28 - $25/hr
Patient Access Representative - Clinic Location: Munster, IN Job Summary: Under general supervision, coordinates services by performing patient access, registration, scheduling, insurance ...
Shelbyville, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
Represents Major Hospital as the initial contact for any/all Patient Access Services including but not limited to: registration/admission of patients, identify uninsured patient and communicate with ...
Shelbyville, IN · On-site
$16.50 - $21/hr
Represents Major Hospital as the initial contact for any/all Patient Access Services including but not limited to: registration/admission of patients, identify uninsured patient and communicate with ...
Portage, IN · On-site
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Patient Access Representatives work closely with clinical teams, Pre-Service Clearance, and Patient Service Representatives to ensure patients are scheduled appropriately, prepared for their visit ...
Portage, IN · On-site
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Patient Access Representatives work closely with clinical teams, Pre-Service Clearance, and Patient Service Representatives to ensure patients are scheduled appropriately, prepared for their visit ...
Linton, IN · On-site
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Ensures that accurate patient information is collected and entered into the electronic medical ... Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) certification encouraged within 1 year of employment.
Linton, IN · On-site
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Ensures that accurate patient information is collected and entered into the electronic medical ... Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) certification encouraged within 1 year of employment.
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Patient Access - Registrar Emergency Department Mon-Fri 3:00pm-11:30pm Every other weekend & holiday Saint Joseph Health System is proud to offer Daily Pay. Work Today, Get Paid Today! Why Saint ...
$15.75 - $20.25/hr
Patient Access - Registrar Emergency Department Mon-Fri 3:00pm-11:30pm Every other weekend & holiday Saint Joseph Health System is proud to offer Daily Pay. Work Today, Get Paid Today! Why Saint ...
$11.67 - $12.68
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$16.01 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.74 - $16.76
19% of jobs
The median wage is $17.65 / hr.
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As a patient access representative, you handle the patient check-in process at a hospital. Your job duties are to collect patient information—identification, insurance, and payment—and to perform other administrative tasks, like answering the phone and scheduling. Other responsibilities include directing patients to the correct area after check-in and answering questions that patients or their families have about the hospital’s processes, insurance coverage, and billing. Since people checking in to the hospital are usually either ill or injured, your interpersonal skills and calm, compassionate attitude are essential to getting patients checked in efficiently in spite of their stress or worry.
| Aspect | Patient Access Representative | Medical Secretary |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma; some roles may require certification in medical office administration | High school diploma; often some medical office training or certification |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities | Doctors' offices, clinics, hospitals |
| Primary Responsibilities | Patient registration, insurance verification, scheduling | Scheduling appointments, managing correspondence, medical record management |
| Industry Usage | Commonly used in healthcare settings for front desk roles | Commonly used in medical offices for administrative support |
Both roles involve administrative tasks in healthcare settings, but Patient Access Representatives focus more on patient registration and insurance, while Medical Secretaries handle scheduling and correspondence. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit in healthcare administration.

$16.75 - $21.50/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 28 days ago
6.8
Based on 266 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
495th of 886 rated healthcare providers
The Patient Access Rep I performs tasks related to preregistration, registration, patient financial counseling, and collections of patient liabilities of co-payments. This position works with medical staff, revenue cycle departments, nursing departments, and ancillary departments to coordinate Patient Access functions, and ensure smooth delivery of services. The Patient Access Rep I collects demographic and financial information necessary for the generation of medical records of all services performed at Franciscan Alliance. This position distributes information to patients or their representative, and other information required by federal and state guidelines, and ensures that patient information meets all quality and regulatory standards, specifically HIPAA guidelines. The ability to compassionately engage in conversation with patients on their responsibilities for Copayment, Prepayment and Outstanding Balances.
WHO WE ARE
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Full-time positions available!
Days and evening shifts available.
Must be able to work rotating weekends and holidays.
Interviews patient and family in order to obtain registration information, and enters correct data including patient name, gender, and date of birth without duplication of an existing medical record at the time of registration and pre-registration.
Enter insurance policy number, group number, address, and telephone numbers and patient billing data and clinical data.
Verbally interview patient and/or family in order to obtain registration information.
Identifies patient liabilities, obtains patients on pre-service payments, counsel's patients on payer financial waivers, and processes co-payments collections.
Identify co-payment procedures and fiscal procedures related to registration procedures.
Complete computer and telephone pre-registrations to maintain patient flow.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required High School Diploma/GED OR
Required Professional/Vocational/Trade Training
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
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