ADMISSIONS REP/REGISTRAR

UHS•Lantana, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellington Regional Medical Center is seeking an Admissions Representative/Registrar for a per-diem opportunity at its 235-bed acute care hospital in Wellington, Florida. The role greets incoming patients and collects and processes the demographic information needed to support patient care, verify third-party reimbursement, and maintain appropriate records in accordance with regulations and hospital policies. The representative must be willing to cross-train and float to other areas or departments as needed. The position also requires recognizing stroke signs and symptoms, calling a stroke alert overhead, and verbalizing the stroke alert process. In the Emergency Department, the representative assigns temporary patient identification and completes full registration when the patient arrives. The representative maintains current stroke knowledge by completing annual one-hour online training. Wellington Regional Medical Center emphasizes service excellence, patient safety, teamwork, compassion, and professional growth. It is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. Continuing education and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement are available through UHS.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least one year of experience in an acute care facility or related environment preferred, but not necessary.
Willingness to be cross-trained in other areas, including Admitting, the Business Office, and the ER.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Medical terminology knowledge.
Basic computer knowledge.
Filing skills.
Typing skills.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HMO/PPO contracts is beneficial.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least one year of experience in an acute care facility or related environment preferred, but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Greet incoming patients and collect and process required demographic information in accordance with regulations and hospital policies.
Support patient care, obtain third-party reimbursement verification, and maintain records appropriately.
Be willing to cross-train and float to other areas or departments as needed, including Admitting, the Business Office, and the ER.
Recognize signs and symptoms of stroke, call a stroke alert overhead, and verbalize the stroke alert process.
Assign temporary patient identification in the Emergency Department and complete full registration upon the patient's arrival.
Complete annual one-hour online training to maintain current stroke knowledge.