Admissions Representative FT

UHS • Edinburg, TX

68d

About The Position

The position involves performing patient registration functions by interviewing patients or their responsible parties to obtain identification and demographic information. The role includes verifying insurance and other payer benefits, performing upfront collections, determining eligibility, and arranging for the admission of patients to the hospital in accordance with established policies and procedures. Additionally, the position requires obtaining signatures from individuals responsible for payment and explaining the hospital's financial obligations. The employee will also answer telephone calls and direct them accordingly, assist with ordering office supplies as needed or requested, and help in preparing letters and sending correspondence as requested.

Requirements

• One to two years of medical/healthcare business office experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Computer skills required.
• Good verbal communication skills in English/Spanish required.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient registration functions by interviewing patients or responsible parties to obtain identification and demographic information.
• Verify insurance and other payer benefits and perform upfront collections.
• Determine eligibility and arrange for the admission of patients to the hospital following policies and procedures.
• Obtain signatures from individuals responsible for payment and explain hospital financial obligations.
• Answer the telephone and direct calls accordingly.
• Assist with ordering office supplies as needed/requested.
• Assist in preparing letters and sending correspondence as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees