**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Physical Therapy for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.90 – $32.50. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. *****Hiring Bonus may be Available. ***** Spotlight on PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center Florence, OR A Better Workplace Community (https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5635) Assists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification. Acts as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services. **Details of the position:** + Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data. May register patients using varying methods depending upon location, which may include mobile cart. + Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types. + Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival. + Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals. + May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment. + Chart management which includes: chart creation with all necessary forms; chart note copying for specific insurers; and discharging charts. **What you bring:** + Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook + One year of medical office or related customer service experience preferred. + Strong background in customer service may be considered in lieu of medical office or related experience. + Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally. (Required) + Excellent time management skills, with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines. (Required) + Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills. (Required) For a full description of the position, or for questions, please email KShepherd@peacehealth.org . PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 96364