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You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

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Position Summary

The Patient Access Technician (PAT) is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for ensuring accurate patient admission and registration. This intermediate-level clerical position will allow you to apply your professional service-orientation, good judgment and independent thinking in your daily work functions.

Responsibilities

You will assure complete and accurate patient admissions/registrations according to organization policy and procedures and regulatory requirements
You will obtain inpatient bed assignments and processes inpatient admission, including arm banding, addressograph plate, and completion of necessary forms
You will pre-admit all scheduled inpatient, outpatients and ambulatory patients to facilitate a smooth and speedy admission/registration process
You will obtain direct admit information and enter a reservation in the computer system in order to notify other areas
You will complete comprehensive bedside or telephone interviews with the patient, relative, or their representative to obtain pertinent demographic insurance and/or third-party liability information
You will perform eligibility verification and resolves any discrepancies, determine the need for financial assistance recommendation and application, referring to the Financial Counselor where necessary

Requirements

Graduate of a health vocational program such as Patient Access, Medical Assistance Medical Billing & Insurance

One (1) year of experience performing any combination of admitting, Health Unit Coordinator, patient registration, customer service or billing duties required; healthcare setting preferred

Our Values

As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration and Kindness. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

Why MultiCare?

Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our employees
Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve
Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
Employee-centric: Named Forbes “America’s Best Employers by State” for several years running
Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a row
Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities
Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $19.86 - $28.58 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

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What You Should Know About Patient Access Technician Float, Multicare

Are you looking for a fulfilling role where you truly belong? Join us at MultiCare as a Patient Access Technician Float in Auburn, Washington! In this dynamic position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate patient admissions and registrations, helping every patient and their family feel welcomed and cared for during their healthcare journey. Your responsibilities will include obtaining inpatient bed assignments, pre-admitting scheduled patients, and completing comprehensive interviews to gather essential demographic and insurance information. We’re looking for someone with a strong service orientation, great judgment, and the ability to work independently. At MultiCare, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where our employees thrive and engage in meaningful work. Our mission—partnering for healing and a healthy future—resonates throughout our team, and we are committed to providing the best care to our community. With flexible schedules and opportunities for growth, a career with us is not just a job; it’s a chance to belong to something bigger. Bring your experience from a healthcare setting or a graduate from a health vocational program, and let’s work together towards a healthier tomorrow. Join MultiCare today, and let’s make a difference together!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Patient Access Technician Float Role at Multicare

What are the main responsibilities of the Patient Access Technician Float at MultiCare?

The Patient Access Technician Float at MultiCare is primarily responsible for ensuring accurate patient admissions and registrations. This includes tasks like obtaining inpatient bed assignments, processing admissions, conducting bedside or telephone interviews with patients, and verifying eligibility. It’s an essential role that helps streamline the patient registration process and ensures every patient has a positive experience from the moment they arrive.