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Emergency Department Patient Registration

UnitedHealth Group logoUnitedHealth Group$16.00–$29.00/hrOwensboro, KentuckyPosted 1w ago
  • $1,500 sign-on bonus

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This posting states $16–$29 an hour. Open patient access representative jobs in Kentucky post a median of $20.80 an hour, the middle half $17.45–$22.20, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Patient access representatives employed in Kentucky earn a median of $19.47 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

Opportunities at Owensboro Health, in strategic partnership with Optum. Our team of talented people works to improve the health outcomes of the communities we serve. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Owensboro health account. They are a nonprofit system with over 200 providers at more than 20 locations, 3 outpatient facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, a surgical weight loss center and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. We are continually searching for people like you to help us provide the most innovative health care services. Join a team that will make you feel valued and discover the meaning behind: Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Our office is located at Owensboro Regional Hospital in the Emergency Department, 1201 Pleasant Valley Rd, Owensboro, KY, 42303

We offer 6 weeks of paid on-the-job training: 2 weeks on-site (EMR training & 1:1 training) and an additional 4 weeks with mentor. The hours of the training will be aligned with your schedule. Training will be conducted onsite.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Greet patients
  • Coordinate patient flow to reduce wait times
  • Assist patients with intake processes
  • Process walk-in patients and visitors
  • Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Confirms eligibility and verifies insurance benefits
  • Ensures all necessary demographic and billing information is obtained for patients and entered in the computer system timely and accurately
  • May schedule appointment times using computerized scheduling programs
  • Explains financial responsibilities for services received, payment options, and collection procedures to patients and / or parties responsible for payment
  • Counsels' patients regarding insurance benefits and recommends alternative sources of payment and / or financial assistance when appropriate
  • Accepts payments and co - pays
  • Communicate effectively with insurance companies, external agencies, patients, physicians, and team members
  • The pace is fast, so your ability to multi-task is essential. You should also enjoy working with people and have the communication skills necessary to build strong relationships with our customers

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

  • Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
  • Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 1+ years of customer service experience
  • Ability to work every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday from 3pm-11:30pm
  • Ability to work Holidays
  • Ability to work 3pm-11:30pm throughout the weekdays
  • Must be 18 years of age OR older

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of related work experience, including data entry
  • Experience in emergency department
  • Working knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology

PLEASE NOTE The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ('Internal Candidates') are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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From UnitedHealth Group's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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