Patient Access Specialist

Location:

UCHealth UCHlth Urgent Care Thornton, US:

CO:

Thornton
Department: UCHlthMG Thornton Urg Care

Work Schedule:

Full Time, 68.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days
Pay: $19.67 - $25.57 per hour (dependent on experience)
Position type:
Onsite – no hybrid or remote options

• Valid BLS certification through either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR Professional Rescuer, with card in-hand before the start date and remaining valid through 60 days of hire.

• Meet with patients and/or caregivers to exchange necessary information and documentation, explain the visit, provide instructions, and address concerns and questions.
• Communicate with referring provider offices, clinical departments, and other appropriate personnel to exchange necessary information and determine scheduling.
• Verify insurance benefits and obtain pre‑certification/authorization as necessary.
• Determine and accept required payments, including co‑pays and deductibles, or refer to financial counselors for follow‑up; ensure all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is entered accurately and in a timely manner into the registration system.
• Use critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment, taking appropriate action when needed.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free  membership.
• Voluntary benefits: accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy‑up options.
• Employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with buy‑up coverage options.
• Retirement and savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching, and potential 457(b) plan availability.
• Education and career growth: access to academic degrees and certificate programs; up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for certain degrees; up to $10,000/year pre‑paid or up to $5,250/year tuition reimbursement for other programs; access to Linked In Learning and internal professional development opportunities; assistance with Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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