About this rolePer Diem Patient Access Coordinator
Florida Kidney Physicians (FKP) / Brandon Surgical Center
Brandon, Florida
Per Diem | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | As Needed
Join the team at Florida Kidney Physicians and the Brandon Surgical Center, where we are committed to delivering exceptional care to patients with kidney disease through a collaborative, patient-centered approach. Supported by Panoramic Health, one of the nation's leading integrated nephrology platforms, our team provides specialized outpatient care and vascular access services in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.
We are seeking a Per Diem Patient Access Coordinator to provide coverage support as needed during business hours. This role is ideal for an experienced healthcare administrative professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys being the central point of communication for patients, providers, and referral partners.
What You'll Do
As a Patient Access Coordinator, you will play a critical role in ensuring a seamless patient experience while supporting clinical and operational workflows.
Responsibilities include:
• Coordinate and oversee patient scheduling activities.
• Answer incoming calls promptly and route them appropriately.
• Maintain patient charts and ensure accurate documentation.
• Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Obtain referrals, authorizations, and pre-certifications from insurance carriers.
• Serve as a liaison between physicians, dialysis centers, hospitals, and referring facilities.
• Ensure test results and clinical documentation are sent to referring providers as appropriate.
• Coordinate dialysis treatments and related patient services.
• Arrange transportation for patients when needed.
• Perform administrative duties including filing, faxing, scanning, and document management.
• Maintain office supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Support patient flow and communication throughout the care process.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in community outreach and educational activities as requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a healthcare office, medical practice, ambulatory surgery center, or medical billing environment required.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Experience verifying insurance coverage with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payors.
• Experience obtaining insurance referrals, prior authorizations, and pre-certifications.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with patients, providers, and referral sources.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Why Join Us?
• Support a highly specialized surgical and nephrology practice.
• Work alongside experienced physicians and clinical teams dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
• Flexible per diem scheduling with weekday hours only.
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays required.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing ambulatory surgery center serving the Brandon community.
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