ER Admissions Specialist I

South Central Regional Medical Center • Laurel, MS

17h

About The Position

This position is accountable for the registration of patients at the hospital, including those for outpatient testing, surgeries, emergency room, and admissions. This position requires getting financial forms signed, securing deposits, verifying insurance, and assigning patient rooms. This position requires constant contact with patients and the public either by phone or in person.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Previous experience in medical billing, collections, or healthcare finance strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and timely.
• Verify insurance.
• Collect deposits.
• Make financial arrangements.
• Assign patient rooms.
• Pre-register patients over the phone, verifying insurance and pre-certification requirements.
• Complete financial applications for inpatients with no insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED