We are looking for a Patient Access Specialist to support front-end patient access operations for a Contract position in Springfield, Oregon. In this role, you will help create a smooth experience for patients by coordinating registration, scheduling, and insurance-related intake activities. The ideal candidate is organized, service-focused, and comfortable working with healthcare technology in a fast-paced clinical setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome patients and gather required demographic and visit information to complete an accurate registration process.<br>• Coordinate appointment bookings, updates, and cancellations while helping patients understand scheduling options and next steps.<br>• Verify medical insurance coverage and confirm benefit details to support timely and accurate patient access workflows.<br>• Maintain complete and up-to-date patient records within electronic health record systems and related registration platforms.<br>• Respond to patient questions with professionalism and provide clear guidance on forms, processes, and appointment preparation.<br>• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness to help reduce delays in care and administrative follow-up.<br>• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure patient information is entered correctly and shared efficiently.<br>• Support day-to-day registrar duties by following established procedures for intake, data entry, and patient communication.