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Patient Access Representative - Casual

Children's Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you caught a data entry error before it became a problem.

What they are checking: Whether they double-check their work, since small errors flow through the whole revenue cycle.

This is a casual position. How would you stay current on processes when you work only occasionally?

What they are checking: Whether they take responsibility for staying up to date on changing rules and systems.

Tell me about a time you had to explain something confusing, like insurance, to a customer.

What they are checking: Whether they can explain clearly and simply, which helps families trust the hospital.

How do you stay accurate when there's a line of families waiting?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance speed with accuracy rather than rushing and making errors.

What would you do

A parent is stressed and doesn't have their insurance card. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and helpful and find another way to get the information without delaying care.

How do you handle a family member who is angry about wait times?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay kind under pressure and calm a situation without taking it personally.

What would you do if the system shows a family's insurance is inactive?

What they are checking: Whether they know to follow procedure, inform the family kindly and connect them with financial help.

About the work

Walk me through how you would register a new patient family, start to finish.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the steps that make a registration complete and accurate.

Why does accurate insurance verification matter so much for the hospital and the family?

What they are checking: Whether they see how registration errors lead to denied claims and surprise bills for families.

How do you protect patient privacy at a busy registration desk?

What they are checking: Whether they understand HIPAA in practical terms, like voice level and screen placement.

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The full job description

As published by Children's Wisconsin.

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Job Summary Welcomes and initiates contact with patient families to obtain necessary registration and insurance information. Registers patients by following established department guidelines. Ensure that all patient accounts flow through the revenue cycle without errors caused by lack of insurance verification, incomplete or inaccurate demographic information or other registration-related errors. Essential Functions - Communicates timely with patients, families, and staff to ensure seamless access throughout the delivery of care. - Actively greets patient families, engaging them before they engage us to ensure a positive first contact to begin their experience with Children’s. - Supports clinic flow, monitoring patient location, communicating waiting room placement and wait time while communicating the patient’s needs to care providers through appropriate channels to maintain optimal clinic operations. - Engage with Interpreter services when indicated in the Electronic Medical Record or at patient family request. - Enters all registration information (demographic and insurance) accurately and completely. Scans registration documents as needed into the system, obtains patient/family signatures and collects co-pays/ outstanding balances from patient, parent, or guardian in accordance to CHHS guidelines. - Facilitates self-check in process through Welcome Kiosks and concierge module. - Positively identify patients and actively engage with families utilizing self-service options. - Follows proper infection prevention protocols and check for isolation and infection prevention alerts and notifications. Education: - High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) Required Experience: - 1+ years of experience in customer service Required - Epic experience Preferred - Prior experience in a healthcare setting Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent organizational, analytical, and prioritizing skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks done simultaneously. Ability to work independently or as a team. - Ability to work a weekend schedule, holiday schedule and possible hours or location shift change at times. - Knowledge of computer and keyboard, Microsoft Window and basic word processing skills and ability to troubleshoot basic PC issues. - Proficient data entry skills with accuracy and speed - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Required for All Jobs: - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. - Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses:

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