Ascension
Patient Access Representative
$40,100,000 / year
Chicago, Illinois
Full-Time
On-site
2 months ago
JobLeap AI Summary
Facilitate hospital admissions by managing patient data and providing critical administrative support. The role is essential for patient satisfaction and operational efficiency, offering comprehensive benefits.
First point of patient contact
Comprehensive health benefits
Tuition reimbursement
401K retirement plan
Flexible scheduling required
Collaborative hospital setting
Focus on detail and communication
About the job
Act as a key point of contact for patients during the hospital admission process, ensuring the collection of accurate data, insurance verification, and high-quality customer service. Foster a supportive and organized workflow across reception and admitting functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and admit patients, collect and verify personal and insurance data
- Provide clear and compassionate communication to patients and families
- Maintain patient records via electronic systems
- Collaborate with medical, admissions, and reception staff
- Adapt to schedule flexibility, including evenings and weekends as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Prior hospital admissions experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and computer skills
Benefits
- Full-time salaried role; range estimated at $401,000 annually (appears anomalous, see below)
- Paid time off, 401K, medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
Note
- Listed salary is likely a data entry error; median range for similar roles is much lower.
About Ascension
Healthcare · 10,000+
Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care across the United States. Operating in 19 states and Washington, D.C., it manages over 2,600 sites of care, including 142 hospitals and 40 senior living facilities. With a workforce exceeding 142,000 associates, Ascension focuses on serving all individuals, especially those most in need. The organization also engages in various healthcare-related services through its subsidiaries, such as investment management and healthcare information technology. Ascension's mission is rooted in an 800-year legacy of providing faith-based healthcare to communities.