Patient Account Registrar - Admitting

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee • Kankakee, IL

3d • $19

About The Position

The Patient Account Registrar interviews the patient or his/her representative to obtain patient demographics. This position also secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations as applicable. Works closely with all facets of the Admitting department including PBX operator function and reception areas. Must be able to operate a computer to input and retrieve data. Ability to communicate with the population served, utilizing age specific techniques from neonatal, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle adult to geriatrics. Maintain proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given with expectations to be completed in a specified timeframe.

Requirements

• Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer Services experience required
• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Responsibilities

• interviews the patient or his/her representative to obtain patient demographics
• secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations as applicable
• Works closely with all facets of the Admitting department including PBX operator function and reception areas
• operate a computer to input and retrieve data
• communicate with the population served, utilizing age specific techniques from neonatal, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle adult to geriatrics
• Maintain proficiency in medical terminology
• Special projects or other assignments may be given with expectations to be completed in a specified timeframe

Benefits

• St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $19.46.
• The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs.
• Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
• Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees