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Patient Access Representative II

Endeavor Health · Highland Park, IL · $20.29–$29.42 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 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 mistake in a patient's information before it caused a problem.

What they are checking: Whether they are detail-oriented in a role where small errors affect billing and safety.

Tell me about a time you gave great service to someone who was having a hard day.

What they are checking: Whether they bring warmth to a role that is often a patient's first contact with the hospital.

What would you do

A patient is upset when you ask them to pay a non-covered fee. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can collect payment with tact and patience instead of avoiding the conversation.

You'll register patients in the Emergency Department, labs and cancer services. How does registration change between those areas?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that emergency patients need care first and registration must adapt.

There's a line of patients waiting and the system goes down. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know downtime procedures and keep patients moving calmly.

This part-time schedule rotates days each week. How would you manage that?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably handle a changing schedule without missing shifts.

About the work

Walk me through how you register a new patient from start to finish.

What they are checking: Whether they know every step needed for accurate registration, since errors cause claim denials later.

How do you verify insurance and explain benefits to a patient who doesn't understand their coverage?

What they are checking: Whether they can read eligibility details and explain them in plain words.

How do you arrange interpreter services for a patient who doesn't speak English?

What they are checking: Whether they know to offer professional interpreters rather than relying on family members.

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

What they are checking: Whether they practice HIPAA in real situations like keeping voices low and screens covered.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $20.29 - $29.42 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Patient Access Representative II Position Highlights: • Position: Patient Access Representative II • Location: Highland Park, IL • Full Time (40 hours per week) • Hours: Sunday – Tuesday 11pm – 7:30am and Wednesday – Thursday 7pm – 3:30am, rotating holidays • Required Travel: no Job Summary: The Patient Access Representative II is responsible for efficiently and accurately processing patient registrations, scheduling appointments, and verifying insurance coverage. This role plays a critical part in optimizing the patient experience and supporting the hospital's commitment to high-quality healthcare services. What you will do: • Act as an internal/external resource for all customer groups by providing access to healthcare services in accordance with established policies • Identify payment sources for all services provided; assist in collecting payments, and triage patients or their representatives for financial counseling • Maintain accurate electronic medical records and abide by all internal and governmental/regulatory compliance expectations What you will need: • Education: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred • Certification: N/A • Experience: Experience: One-year customer service experience in a healthcare or health insurance related field required • Unique or Preferred Skills: Basic knowledge of medical terminology and insurance industry terminology preferred Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay for eligible employees • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its missioan to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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