Patient Access Specialist – Home & Community Based Services

Sanford Health

Patient Access Specialist verifying insurance eligibility and handling patient referrals for home health and hospice services. Collaborating with internal teams for a smooth admission process.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, South Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $17 - $27 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient registration, benefit verification, and prior authorization processes within a medical setting. Proficient in medical terminology and insurance procedures, ensuring effective communication with patients and third-party payers.

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Patient RegistrationBenefit VerificationPrior AuthorizationMedical TerminologyInsurance Background

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Hard Skills

Medical TerminologyInsurance VerificationPrior Authorization ProcessesDocumentation CollectionOffice Equipment Proficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Computer Proficiency

Industry Keywords

Medical SettingThird Party PayersPatient Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Be the first point of contact for patients and referral sources
Verify patient registration and confirm benefit coverage
Collect necessary documentation and communicate with third party payers
Ensure prior authorization for medical services is completed

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum of two years of experience in a medical setting required
Understanding of medical terminology, insurance background, office equipment and computers is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development