Patient Account Registrar

Prime Healthcare • Garden City, MI

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About The Position

The Patient Account Registrar interviews patients or their representatives to obtain demographic information and secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable. The role works closely with all facets of the Admitting department, including PBX operator functions and reception areas. The registrar must operate a computer to input and retrieve data, communicate with people across age groups using age-specific techniques, and maintain proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given, with expectations for completion within a specified timeframe.

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 patient demographics.
• Secure insurance information, eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable.
• Work closely with all facets 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 populations.
• Maintain proficiency in medical terminology.
• Complete special projects or other assignments within the specified timeframe.

What This Job Offers

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