Patient Access Services Rep/UKHC

Posting Details

Job Title Patient Access Services Rep/UKHC Requisition Number RE54403 Working Title Patient Access Services Representative Department Name H6555:Admitting Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 07 Salary Range $17.50-27.31/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods including data entry; repetitive motions, and standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs. Shift Primarily Monday-Friday 5:00AM – 1:00PM or 6:00AM – 2:00PM based on operational needs, includes some weekends and holiday rotations. Job Summary The Patient Access Representative is responsible for patient registration; resolution of patient complaints; collection and verification of demographic information and insurance/payer source information; correction of registration errors; collection of patient-responsibility payments at time of service (copays, co-insurance, self-pay estimates) as well as maintaining compliance with HIPPA and all UKHC policies regarding patient privacy and confidentiality. This position will also participate in unit and Enterprise activities to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented; possess patient scheduling and health insurance knowledge; have the ability to multi-task with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail; be proficient in Microsoft Office, to include Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); have solid time management, critical thinking, follow-through, and planning and organizational skills; and have a high level of respect for confidentiality. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience 4 years of healthcare customer service experience preferred and previous experience working with patient registration is highly preferred. Deadline to Apply 05/24/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.