Patient Account Registrar - Admitting
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
- Obtain patient demographics
- Secure insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations
- Work 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
- Complete special projects or other assignments in a specified timeframe
Benefits
- comprehensive, competitive benefits package
- freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs
- abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being
- paid time off
- a 401K retirement plan
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- tuition reimbursement
- many more voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
