Position: Front Office Executive
Location: Velmed Hospital, Dehradun
Department: Front Office
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Manager - Operations
Job Purpose
To ensure smooth front office operations by managing patient registration, admissions, visitor assistance, interdepartmental coordination, and compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and NABH quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage patient registration, admission, discharge, and front desk operations efficiently.
- Explain admission criteria, hospital policies, procedures, and financial responsibilities to patients and attendants.
- Obtain, verify, and maintain patient information by completing admission documentation and clarifying required details.
- Screen patients against admission criteria, facilitate admissions, or coordinate referrals to appropriate programs/institutions when required.
- Provide accurate information, brochures, and guidance to patients and visitors.
- Coordinate with Billing, OPD, IPD, and other departments regarding patient admissions and resource utilization.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information and ensure compliance with hospital safety policies and regulations.
- Assist in maintaining and recommending updates to admission guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in training programs, educational activities, and health awareness campaigns to enhance professional knowledge.
- Promote healthy practices that support disease prevention and patient well-being.
- Support the implementation of Quality Policies, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and NABH standards.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the reporting authority.
Qualifications
- Graduate in any discipline (Hospital Administration/Healthcare Management preferred).
- 1-3 years of experience in Hospital Front Office, Patient Registration, or Admissions (preferred).
Key Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of patient registration and admission processes.
- Customer service orientation and problem-solving skills.
- Basic knowledge of hospital billing coordination and documentation.
- Familiarity with NABH standards and Hospital Information System (HIS).
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: As per qualifications and experience.
- PF, ESIC (if applicable), paid leave, and other hospital benefits.
- Training and professional development opportunities.