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We are looking for an Access Ops Agent to support patient registration and appointment coordination for a healthcare team in Newark, California. This Long-term Contract position plays a key role in helping patients, providers, and clinic staff stay connected through accurate scheduling, clear communication, and timely follow-up. The ideal candidate brings strong customer service skills, comfort working with medical information, and the ability to manage a high volume of calls and documentation with accuracy and professionalism.
Job Responsibility:
Manage appointment scheduling for new and returning patients, including updates, changes, and maintenance of provider calendars
Serve as a primary point of contact for patients by handling inbound calls, answering questions, and directing inquiries to the appropriate clinic or department
Communicate clinic procedures and service information clearly so patients understand next steps and available resources
Record detailed and accurate notes in the medical record and ensure messages are routed promptly to the correct care team members
Recognize urgent concerns or service issues and escalate them quickly according to established protocols
Partner with care teams, patients, and external facilities to gather documentation and information needed to support care delivery
Verify, collect, and update insurance details and other registration information while maintaining compliance with organizational standards
Follow departmental guidelines, quality expectations, and reference materials to provide accurate information and a high standard of customer support
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to type at least 40 words per minute with strong data entry accuracy
Previous experience in customer service, patient access, call center support, or a related healthcare operations environment
Working knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to apply it appropriately in patient interactions and documentation
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proper grammar and the ability to tailor communication to different audiences
Ability to stay calm under pressure, manage competing priorities, and resolve inquiries with professionalism and sound judgment
Proficiency with databases, scheduling systems, and electronic medical record platforms such as Epic or similar tools