Patient Access Coordinator, Neurology
Mass General Brigham
Summary
BWH Neurology | Hybrid | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Build your career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in the patient experience and supporting exceptional neurological care. We are seeking an organized, compassionate, and patient-focused Patient Access Coordinator to join the Neurology team at Brigham and Women's Hospital. In this role, you'll help ensure patients receive a welcoming, efficient, and supportive experience while coordinating appointments, managing registration processes, and maintaining accurate patient information. As an experienced member of the patient access team, you'll also serve as a resource for junior staff, providing training, mentorship, and guidance on daily workflows.
Job description
Job Summary
BWH Neurology | Hybrid | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Build your career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in the patient experience and supporting exceptional neurological care. We are seeking an organized, compassionate, and patient-focused Patient Access Coordinator to join the Neurology team at Brigham and Women's Hospital. In this role, you'll help ensure patients receive a welcoming, efficient, and supportive experience while coordinating appointments, managing registration processes, and maintaining accurate patient information. As an experienced member of the patient access team, you'll also serve as a resource for junior staff, providing training, mentorship, and guidance on daily workflows.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate patient appointments, pre-registration, and registration processes to support efficient patient access and care coordination.
- Greet and assist patients, providing exceptional customer service and a welcoming, supportive experience.
- Respond to patient inquiries, explain healthcare services and insurance coverage, and help resolve routine concerns.
- Collect, verify, and accurately document patient information to support clinical services and billing processes.
- Train and mentor junior Patient Access Representatives, providing guidance on procedures, systems, and daily responsibilities.
- Serve as a go-to resource for day-to-day questions, troubleshooting, and workflow support.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and institutional policies.
- Stay informed of healthcare regulations, insurance requirements, and patient access procedures to support accurate and compliant operations.
- Collaborate with neurology providers, clinical teams, and administrative colleagues to support efficient workflows and a positive patient experience.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate's degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field preferred.
- 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on patient access and registration, required.
- Knowledge of patient access procedures, healthcare regulations, and insurance coverage.
- Excellent customer service skills, including active listening, empathy, and effective communication.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record systems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and resolve routine patient access concerns.
- Ability to provide guidance, training, and support to colleagues while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate and confidential patient information.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field preferred
- 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare setting with focus on patient access and registration
- Knowledge of patient access procedures, healthcare regulations, and insurance coverage
- Excellent customer service skills including active listening, empathy, and effective communication
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record systems
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Ability to provide guidance, training, and support to colleagues
- Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounted MBTA Pass
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.