UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Access Coordinator III - Behavioral Health Service Line
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Access Coordinator III – Behavioral Health Service Line
Closing Date:
01/31/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
Benefits and Perks (available for benefits eligible positions only)
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Summary of Job Duties The Access Coordinator III for the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL) works under supervision to function as a patient resource for all scheduling and billing questions and to facilitate comprehensive patient data collections, timely and accurate billing, prompt collections of payment for services rendered, facilitates scheduling coordination and conflicts. This position must be able to perform all duties of the Access Coordinator I & II level and performs other duties to support the patient care activities as needed.
Responsibilities
Schedules and coordinates appointments and surgeries or tests using hospital systems by processing visit notifications of patients.
Conducts pre-registration, inputs and/or updates patient information, processes walk-ins, creates new patient charts, and accesses systems for orders.
Ensures adequate stock of supplies, and cleans and maintains equipment and waiting rooms.
Conducts insurance verification and benefits explanation by running eligibility on patients, requesting outside records, and gathering outside medical records from referrals and files patient charts as needed.
Conducts authorizations and pre-certifications, tracks pre-authorizations, and maintains referrals.
Collects and posts payments and issues receipts.
Reconciles daily deposit and batch dollars and counsels patients on any related financial information.
Records daily and monthly statistics and communicates any medical records issues.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
High School, GED, or formal education equivalent
3 years of experience in registration or scheduling in a healthcare environment
Good communication skills, computer/basic keyboard skills, telephone etiquette skills, and general knowledge of office machines, including printers and scanners.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge in basic medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications
CHAA Certification
Required Documents to Apply List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status
Pre-employment Screening Requirements Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Employment Type Full-time
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Benefits Eligible Yes
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01/31/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
Benefits and Perks (available for benefits eligible positions only)
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Summary of Job Duties The Access Coordinator III for the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL) works under supervision to function as a patient resource for all scheduling and billing questions and to facilitate comprehensive patient data collections, timely and accurate billing, prompt collections of payment for services rendered, facilitates scheduling coordination and conflicts. This position must be able to perform all duties of the Access Coordinator I & II level and performs other duties to support the patient care activities as needed.
Responsibilities
Schedules and coordinates appointments and surgeries or tests using hospital systems by processing visit notifications of patients.
Conducts pre-registration, inputs and/or updates patient information, processes walk-ins, creates new patient charts, and accesses systems for orders.
Ensures adequate stock of supplies, and cleans and maintains equipment and waiting rooms.
Conducts insurance verification and benefits explanation by running eligibility on patients, requesting outside records, and gathering outside medical records from referrals and files patient charts as needed.
Conducts authorizations and pre-certifications, tracks pre-authorizations, and maintains referrals.
Collects and posts payments and issues receipts.
Reconciles daily deposit and batch dollars and counsels patients on any related financial information.
Records daily and monthly statistics and communicates any medical records issues.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
High School, GED, or formal education equivalent
3 years of experience in registration or scheduling in a healthcare environment
Good communication skills, computer/basic keyboard skills, telephone etiquette skills, and general knowledge of office machines, including printers and scanners.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge in basic medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications
CHAA Certification
Required Documents to Apply List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status
Pre-employment Screening Requirements Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Employment Type Full-time
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Benefits Eligible Yes
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