What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Access Representative - Emergency Department - PRN position at VCUHSA VCU Health System Authority?
**$500 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply** The ED Patient Access Rep registers patients in the Emergency Department by securing appropriate patient and insurance information; ensuring that registration data is correct and accurate; validating insurance eligibility and entering information into appropriate systems. The ED Patient Access Rep provides quality customer services to patient of all ages, their families, visitors, medical staff, clinicians and co-workers ensuring that everyone is treated courteously, quickly and with respect. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: N/A Experience PREFERRED: Previous work experience in a healthcare setting and knowledge of medical terminology Experience with medical insurance, HMO, managed care Experience with appointment scheduling/registration Education/training REQUIRED: (Note: work experience may be considered in lieu of credentials not required by law with HR approval.Work experience must be specific to role) High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: Post high school education in healthcare or business related coursework Independent action(s) required: Ability to perform daily activities with minimal supervision. Functions in a self-directed manner in the accomplishment of routine activities. Issues that involve violation of VCUHS policies and procedures, involve conflicts of a sensitive nature or that would be considered unusual in nature are to be brought to the attention of the immediate supervisor immediately. Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Incumbents are required to cover three shifts, weekends and holidays as scheduled and are considered essential personnel and expected to report to work as assigned. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities:Prolonged standing,Prolonged sitting,Frequent bending,Walking(distance),Climbing (steps, ladder,other),Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory:Strong recall:Reasoning,Problem solving,Hearing,Speak clearly,Write legibly,Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment,Steady pace,Able to handle multiple priorities,Frequent and intensecustomer interactions, Noisy environment,Able to adapt to frequent change EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Who We Are Inventing better care, day by day by discovery Sound outrageous? It absolutely is. Sound impossible? That’s never stopped us before. Sound like hard work, intense research, collaboration with experts around the world, sheer brainpower meets unrelenting willpower? That’s. Exactly. Right. We’ll do whatever it takes to offer the best in care and empower the best in quality of life. And it’s an approach that works — whether it’s a patient who undergoes a new, life-saving procedure or a clinical researcher who finds promise in a new cancer treatment, exciting new medicine is happening at VCU Health. We have it all: • One college and four health sciences schools • An academic medical center • A Level I trauma center • One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia • The region’s only full-service children’s hospital • More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties • With a community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field Our medical teams are top notch. And we’re not too shy to boast of internationally known physicians, some recognized as the best in the country, top-ranked local specialists and all-around all-stars at every level. From our very first years to our most recent advancements, we are driven to learn more, dig deeper, teach passionately and never rest in order to be a true leader in discovering what’s possible in health and recovery. We are a comprehensive system of care and a pioneer of health. Read VCU Health Year In Review for more about our accomplishments.