Deaconess Health System

Patient Access Advocate

Deaconess Health System  •  Evansville, IN (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Schedule: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM, 2 shifts per week, including weekend rotation. Self-scheduling available.

Employment Information: This position supports the Deaconess–Intuitive Health Emergency Room and Urgent Care partnership; however, the selected candidate will be employed directly by Intuitive Health and will be eligible for Intuitive Health compensation and benefits programs.

To learn more about Intuitive Health and view the original posting, visit: Patient Access Advocate, PT, Days - Intuitive Health

About the Role

Join the launch team of a new Deaconess & Intuitive Health combined Emergency Room and Urgent Care. The Patient Access Advocate serves as the first point of contact for patients, providing exceptional customer service while managing registration, insurance verification, payment collection, and front-desk operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Patient registration, check-in, and check-out
  • Verify demographics, insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage
  • Collect copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and point-of-service payments
  • Maintain accurate patient records within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
  • Answer incoming calls and assist with patient inquiries
  • Provide wayfinding and support to patients and visitors
  • Scan, fax, copy, and maintain patient documentation
  • Ensure clean billing through accurate account verification
  • Maintain a welcoming, professional, and organized front desk environment
  • Adhere to HIPAA, company policies, and customer service standards

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 6+ months healthcare experience OR 1+ year customer service experience
  • Minimum typing speed of 50 WPM
  • Strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

  • Medical office or patient registration experience
  • Insurance verification and eligibility experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and billing processes

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a brand-new healthcare facility opening soon
  • Self-scheduling flexibility
  • Collaborative Deaconess & Intuitive Health partnership
  • Opportunity to help deliver an exceptional patient experience from day one

Equal Opportunity Employer

Deaconess Health System

About Deaconess Health System

Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois.  Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State. 

Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.

As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.

Browse our site to learn more about our convenient locations, expert services, community involvement, and much more. 

Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Evansville, IN
Year Founded
1892
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