Admissions Specialist I - ER Admitting

Admissions Specialist I - Admitting ER Department

Fast-paced, high volume Admitting ER department is looking for top skilled Admissions Specialists. Is that you?

Work location: Texas Health Allen, 1105 Central Expwy North TX 75013

Work hours: 36Hrs – Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 7A-730P. Must be available to attend 2-3 weeks of training period initially, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Emergency Department highlights:

• It is a fast-paced environment that requires quick thinking when dealing with emergency situations.


• In this role, the Admissions Specialist will be exposed to various clinical/medical/other emergencies as patients arrive to the ED.


• Cross-training opportunities within different areas of Patient Access


• Team-oriented work environment with expanded resources from other Patient Access areas

Here’s What You Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required.


• 1 year of related experience Required.


• Admissions experience Preferred


• CHAA - Certified Healthcare Access Associate Upon Hire


• Requires good written, oral, and telephone communication skills.


• Requires knowledge of general office equipment, PCs and associated software packages.


• Ability to type 35 WPM corrected for errors preferred.


• General knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

What You Will Do

• Accurately gathers complete financial and demographic information to ensure medical records/billing process flows efficiently.


• Obtains and/or updates verification of benefits and/or pre-certification for applicable tests and/or procedures.


• Prepares, presents, and thoroughly explains applicable legal, ethical, and compliance documents; ensures proper consents are signed by the appropriate parties. Maintains documentation of the same.


• Maximizes reimbursement for services rendered by appropriately identifying insurance carrier, benefits, etc. Prevents denials by ensuring timely notification of admission to insurance carriers.


• Assists patients in understanding financial obligations; collects co-payments, self-pay deposits, and patient balances to reduce Accounts Receivable.


• Stays abreast of and complies with applicable regulations, entity and/or system policies and procedures. Maintains customer service and/or productivity guidelines set forth by applicable leadership.


• Completes other duties as assigned.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Admissions Specialist

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits.


• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.


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• Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [email protected]

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