Patient Account Registrar

St. Clare's - Denville • Denville, NJ

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Account Registrar interviews patients or their representatives to collect demographic information and obtains insurance information, eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable. The role works across the Admitting department, including PBX operator functions and reception areas. It requires operating a computer to input and retrieve data, communicating with people across age groups using age-specific techniques, and maintaining proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given with a specified completion timeframe.

This is a per diem night-shift position scheduled from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The stated compensation estimate is $18.00 per hour; the exact starting compensation depends on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Requirements

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service experience required.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Interview patients or their representatives to obtain demographic information.
• Secure insurance information, eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable.
• Work with all areas of the Admitting department, including PBX operator functions and reception areas.
• Use a computer to input and retrieve data.
• Communicate with the population served using age-specific techniques from neonatal through geriatric age groups.
• Maintain proficiency in medical terminology.
• Complete special projects or other assignments within specified timeframes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED