Access Coordinator

Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays)

Full-time, 40/hour per week

Pay starts at $15 an hour with increases available based on performance.

Locations available: Morristown and Newport, TN, In-Person

Who We Are

Cherokee Health Systems is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for processing incoming calls to ensure patient access to healthcare services.
• Schedule patient appointments in a timely manner.
• Verify patient insurance information and eligibility prior to appointments.
• Work closely with providers, nurses, and other healthcare staff to ensure coordinated care for patients.

Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Experience in similar roles preferred but not required.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us
• Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
• Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO package.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Cherokee Health Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, ****** orientation, genetics, or status as a protected veteran.