Lead Patient Support

Presbyterian Healthcare is hiring a Lead Patient Support!

In this role, you will work under the supervision of the Access Supervisor/Manager to ensure smooth operations within Patient Access Services. The Lead Patient Support Specialist maintains open communication with leadership, identifies opportunities for improvement, and provides guidance on day-to-day issues.

 

This position plays a key role in supporting both the team and our patients by fostering collaboration with internal departments and delivering excellent service to external customers.

• Full Time - Exempt: No
• Job is based at Rev Hugh Cooper Admin Center
• Work hours: Weekend Schedule Friday-Sunday

Join Presbyterian and help make a difference in patient care every day!

• High school or equivalent
• Two to three years of healthcare experience in ambulatory or hospital setting with significant provider interaction
• Familiarity with ICD10, CPT and Medical Terminology
• Two to three years of customer service application in any setting
• EMR/EHR experience preferred
• Must pass EPIC competency for Registration at completion of Epic Clerical 
• Requires general knowledge of the customer encounter process which may include scheduling, registration, contract requirements, financial guidelines, coordination of services and billing process in terms of what and how work is to be done as well as why it is done.
• Has demonstrated ability to train staff, understanding different training methods and is able to adjust training method to suit the learner
• Strong communication skill set verbal and written

• Oversee the daily operations for departments within the patient access department.
• Partner closely with supervisors to provide leadership coverage and presence to the registration staff on weekends.
• Ensure effective operations by organizing workload, scheduling of staff lunches and breaks, monitoring work ques to ensure work is completed.
• Order Supplies for the departments and make sure forms are stocked.
• Provides training and education to new staff.
• Cross training between all patient access departments, travels to other facilities in CDS to provide coverage.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and optional voluntary benefits.

 

The Employee Wellness Rewards Program encourages staff to engage in health-enhancing activities—like challenges, webinars, and screenings—with opportunities to earn gift cards and other incentives.

 

As a mission-driven organization, Presbyterian is deeply committed to improving community health across New Mexico through initiatives like growers' markets and local partnerships.

Founded in 1908, Presbyterian is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. With nearly 14,000 employees, it is the largest private employer in the state, serving over 580,000 health plan members through Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial plans.

 

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

USD $25.96/Hr.

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.