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Patient Access Rep

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital • Ridgecrest, California, United States • 7h ago

Patient Access Rep

Job Summary

Occupation: Patient Access Representative

Specialty: Admissions / Registration

Salary: $19.28–$24.46

Working Hours: 40 hours/week

Shifts: Varies

On-Call: No

Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Position Type: Full Time

Work Environment: Hospital Clinic

Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for responsible and organized Patient Access Representatives who are committed to supporting patients during one of their most important first steps—admission and registration. In this role, you’ll handle a variety of clerical duties related to outpatient testing, emergency, and hospital admissions, including verifying insurance and securing pre-authorizations.

You’ll contribute to the smooth functioning of the admissions process while ensuring patients receive timely and respectful service.

Key Responsibilities

Perform clerical tasks for outpatient, ER, and hospital admissions

Obtain insurance pre-authorizations as needed

Notify insurance providers of patient admissions

Support department managers with assigned tasks

Provide backup for hospital telephone operator and emergency call system

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English

Knowledge of clerical skills and Windows-based PC software

Must maintain 95%+ accuracy on monthly audits after 3 months

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and courteous behavior

Works cooperatively with team members and across departments

Willing to learn and operate hospital telephone system, including emergency code calls

Benefits You'll Enjoy

Medical, Dental, Vision

403B with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. RRH received the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.

Compensation details: 19.28-24.46 Hourly Wage

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