Patient Access Representative I- Skokie, IL

Company: Endeavor Health
Location: Skokie
Posted on: February 25, 2026

Job Description:

Hourly Pay Range: $19.89 - $28.84 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. * Inbound Call Center Representative/Patient Access Representative I Position Highlights: * Sign on bonus: N/A * Position: Inbound Call Center Representative/Patient Access Representative I * Location: Skokie, IL * Onsite for the first 6 to 9 months. Option for remote work after 6 to 9 months upon completion of a successful training period * Full Time: Hours: Monday-Friday: Between 7:45 AM- 5:45 PM * Half day Saturday: 9:00-1:15 PM What you will do: * Handle patients requests, over the phone, for multiple Medical Offices/Hospital departments while applying correct workflows and protocols * Simultaneously collect information from patients and enter data into our electronic health record system (called EPIC) * Schedule appointments, procedures, and events at our NorthShore locations * Register and verify insurance eligibility, informing the patients of their financial responsibility * Promote key initiatives for Patient Access Center and NorthShore (i.e. online services) * Adhere to privacy (HIPAA) guidelines when speaking with patients and families * Route calls to correct administrative and clinical departments after assessing patients' needs * Supports departmental changes, demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude in a fast paced, changing environment What you will need: * Education: * High School Diploma or equivalent (required) * Associates or Bachelor's Degree (preferred) * Experience: * One year of customer service experience (required) * Inbound call center experience (required) * Healthcare experience (preferred) * Prior scheduling (preferred) * Skills: * Basic computer skills including proficiencies in Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Outlook, as well as the ability to type 25 words per minute * Exhibits essential Customer Service focused commitment demonstrating active listening, focus on issue resolution, sharp attention to detail, and analytical and problem-solving abilities to meet and exceed the needs of our patients * Demonstrates importance of attendance and maintaining a positive work environment, arriving on time and with minimal absenteeism * Eager to accept educational opportunities as shared through workflow or process changes Benefits (For full time or part time positions): * Premium pay for eligible employees * Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development * Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options * Tuition Reimbursement * Free Parking * Wellness Program Savings Plan * Health Savings Account Options * Retirement Options with Company Match * Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay * Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best". Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. * Job Description Name: Patient Access Representative I NS123

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