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Patient Access Representative (Outpatient). Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health logoAdventist Health$25–$28.13/hr3 openings in San Luis Obispo, CADay ShiftPosted 1d ago
  • Full-time
  • Days

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California

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How this pay compares

This posting states $25–$28.13 an hour. Open patient access representative jobs in California post a median of $29.34 an hour, the middle half $27.53–$31.43, across 195 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Patient access representatives employed in California earn a median of $27.34 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Facilitates the coordinator of scheduled outpatient services and programs and is responsible for completing and verifying all registration information and collecting the patient's financial responsibility. Provides clerical support. Enters status changes in the computer. Works on routine assignments within defined parameters, established guidelines and precedents. Follows established procedures and receives daily instructions on work.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience

  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
  • Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Essential Functions

  • Facilitates the patient admission and discharge process including collection of patient information and financial data.
  • Performs clerical tasks such as answers phone calls and questions. Maintains files and patient information up to date.
  • Schedules and coordinates appointments with patients. Confirms patient appointments and gives appropriate instructions.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

From Adventist Health's job posting for San Luis Obispo, CA, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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