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Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include: but not limited to performing scheduling, registration, patient pre-admission and admission, reception and discharge functions. Must obtain complete and accurate patient demographic information. Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Others may be assigned.
- Greeting patients following Conifer Standards of Care, provides world-class customer service, completes full patient registration at date of service, adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures, thoroughly explains and secures Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of services, Consent for treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.). Scan Protected Health Information, create and file patient information packets/folders for upcoming Hospital services. May also assist with scheduling diagnostic procedures (enters data in scheduling system, provide customer with appointment instructions, other tasks as needed).
- Educates patients about patient financial liabilities, employs proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service, performs Hospital cash reconciliation & secured payment entry in adherence to financial & cash control policies & procedures.
- Secures medical necessity checks/verification in accordance to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services, verifies insurance, benefits, coverage & eligibility, completes assigned registration financial clearance work lists activities, obtains insurance authorizations for scheduled & unscheduled Hospital services, and secures inpatient visit notification to payors. May also assist with scheduling and coordinating post discharge care for patients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm
- Demonstrated working knowledge of PC/CRT/printer
- Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred
- Customer service skills and experience
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications
- Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred
- Understanding of Compliance standards preferred
- Must be able to perform essential job duties in at least two Patient Access service areas including Emergency Department.
- Uses proper negotiation techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guarantors.
- Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external Clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.
- Must be able to appropriately interpret physician orders, medical terminology and insurance cards while maintaining Conifer Standards of Care.
Conifer requires its candidates, as applicable and as permitted by law, to obtain and provide confirmation of all required vaccinations and screenings prior to the start of employment. This may include, but is not limited to, the COVID-19 vaccination, influenza vaccination, and/or any future required vaccines and screenings.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preferred to perform the job.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 0 – 1 year in a Customer Service role.
- 0 – 1 year administrative experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area preferred
- Some college coursework is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to sit at computer terminal for extended periods of time.
- Resolves Physician's office and Patient issues. May experience extreme patient volumes and uncooperative Patients.
- Occasionally lift/carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Frequent prolonged standing, sitting, and walking.
- Occasionally push a wheelchair to assist patients with mobility problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hospital administration
- Can work in patient care locations which include potential exposure to life-threatening patient conditions.
OTHER
- Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on departmental/system demands.
As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health brings 30 years of healthcare industry expertise to clients in more than 135 local regions nationwide. We help our clients strengthen their financial and clinical performance, serve their communities, and succeed at the business of healthcare. Conifer Health helps organizations transition from volume to value-based care, enhance the consumer and patient healthcare experience and improve quality, cost, and access to healthcare. Are you ready to be part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services, with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!
Compensation and Benefit Information
Compensation
- Pay: $19.02 - $28.53 per hour.
- Shift differentials of $1.00-$2.50/per hour may be available depending on the shift worked.
- Conifer observed holidays receive time and a half.
Benefits
Conifer offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – min of 12 days per year, accrue at a rate of approximately 1.84 hours per 40 hours worked.
- 401k with up to 6% employer match
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include: but not limited to performing scheduling, registration, patient pre-admission and admission, reception and discharge functions. Must obtain complete and accurate patient demographic information. Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Others may be assigned.
- Greeting patients following Conifer Standards of Care, provides world-class customer service, completes full patient registration at date of service, adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures, thoroughly explains and secures Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of services, Consent for treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.). Scan Protected Health Information, create and file patient information packets/folders for upcoming Hospital services. May also assist with scheduling diagnostic procedures (enters data in scheduling system, provide customer with appointment instructions, other tasks as needed).
- Educates patients about patient financial liabilities, employs proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service, performs Hospital cash reconciliation & secured payment entry in adherence to financial & cash control policies & procedures.
- Secures medical necessity checks/verification in accordance to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services, verifies insurance, benefits, coverage & eligibility, completes assigned registration financial clearance work lists activities, obtains insurance authorizations for scheduled & unscheduled Hospital services, and secures inpatient visit notification to payors. May also assist with scheduling and coordinating post discharge care for patients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm
- Demonstrated working knowledge of PC/CRT/printer
- Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred
- Customer service skills and experience
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications
- Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred
- Understanding of Compliance standards preferred
- Must be able to perform essential job duties in at least two Patient Access service areas including Emergency Department.
- Uses proper negotiation techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guarantors.
- Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external Clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.
- Must be able to appropriately interpret physician orders, medical terminology and insurance cards while maintaining Conifer Standards of Care.
Conifer requires its candidates, as applicable and as permitted by law, to obtain and provide confirmation of all required vaccinations and screenings prior to the start of employment. This may include, but is not limited to, the COVID-19 vaccination, influenza vaccination, and/or any future required vaccines and screenings.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preferred to perform the job.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 0 – 1 year in a Customer Service role.
- 0 – 1 year administrative experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area preferred
- Some college coursework is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to sit at computer terminal for extended periods of time.
- Resolves Physician's office and Patient issues. May experience extreme patient volumes and uncooperative Patients.
- Occasionally lift/carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Frequent prolonged standing, sitting, and walking.
- Occasionally push a wheelchair to assist patients with mobility problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hospital administration
- Can work in patient care locations which include potential exposure to life-threatening patient conditions.
OTHER
- Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on departmental/system demands.
As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health brings 30 years of healthcare industry expertise to clients in more than 135 local regions nationwide. We help our clients strengthen their financial and clinical performance, serve their communities, and succeed at the business of healthcare. Conifer Health helps organizations transition from volume to value-based care, enhance the consumer and patient healthcare experience and improve quality, cost, and access to healthcare. Are you ready to be part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services, with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!
Compensation and Benefit Information
Compensation
- Pay: $19.02 - $28.53 per hour.
- Shift differentials of $1.00-$2.50/per hour may be available depending on the shift worked.
- Conifer observed holidays receive time and a half.
Benefits
Conifer offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – min of 12 days per year, accrue at a rate of approximately 1.84 hours per 40 hours worked.
- 401k with up to 6% employer match
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Who's Hiring
- Tenet Healthcare55
- University of Miami45
- SSM Health38
- Sanford Health38
- Geisinger32
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services66
- Education10
- Science & Research10
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Insurance1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in patient access team lead jobs.
- Two or more years of patient access or medical registration experience
- Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a healthcare setting
- Proficiency with an electronic health record system such as Epic or Cerner
- Knowledge of insurance verification, prior authorization, and eligibility processes
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree often preferred
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements
Tips for Your Patient Access Team Lead Job Search
Quantify your team supervision experience
Hiring managers want to see how many staff you've supervised and what your team's performance looked like. Replace vague statements like 'led a team' with specifics: headcount, scheduling ownership, and any measurable improvements in registration accuracy or patient throughput.
Highlight revenue cycle certifications prominently
Certifications like CHAM, CHAA, or CPAR signal that you understand the compliance and billing side of patient access, not just the scheduling side. List them near the top of your resume so reviewers spot them before they reach your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists patient access team lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your EHR platform
Many patient access team lead roles require hands-on experience with a specific electronic health record system. When a posting names Epic, Cerner, or Meditech, mirror that system name in your resume to pass automated screening and show direct relevance to the team's workflow.
Prepare scenario answers for escalation situations
Interviewers for team lead roles frequently ask how you handle a registration backlog, a staff conflict at the front desk, or an insurance denial spike. Prepare two or three specific examples where you stepped in, made a decision, and tracked the outcome.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call scope
Patient access operates around the clock, so your offer may bundle a base rate with evening, weekend, or on-call components. Before you accept, confirm exactly which shifts are covered, how on-call hours are compensated, and whether the team lead role includes weekend rotation.
Patient Access Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most patient access team leads?
The most active employers for patient access team leads right now are Tenet Healthcare, University of Miami, and SSM Health, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and regional hospital networks tend to post the most openings due to multi-site registration departments.
How many patient access team lead jobs are remote?
About 25% of patient access team lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most front-desk registration environments. Roles focused on insurance verification, pre-registration, and revenue cycle coordination are the most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules.
How do you become a patient access team lead?
Start by building two or more years of front-line patient access or medical registration experience so you understand registration workflows, insurance verification, and common denial patterns. Earning a certification like CHAA or CHAM strengthens your candidacy. From there, seek out senior representative roles that include training or scheduling responsibilities, since demonstrated supervisory experience is what most employers require before promoting to or hiring a team lead.
Can I get a patient access team lead job with limited experience?
Moving into a team lead role with limited experience is possible if you've taken on informal leadership tasks in a registration or revenue cycle position, such as training new hires, covering lead shifts, or auditing registration accuracy. Highlighting those responsibilities directly on your resume and obtaining a recognized patient access certification can offset a shorter tenure and show employers you're ready for the step up.
What does the patient access team lead interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your registration background and EHR experience. A hiring manager or director then conducts a structured interview that includes scenario questions about staff conflicts, registration backlogs, and denial escalations. Some health systems add a brief skills assessment or shadow shift. Final interviews may involve the revenue cycle director or HR, particularly at larger hospital networks.
Where can I find and apply to patient access team lead jobs?
You can find and apply to patient access team lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from health systems, hospital networks, and outpatient clinics across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your EHR background and supervisory experience, then apply directly to each one that fits your situation.
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