Access & Admitting Specialist — ER Registration & Billing

Sharp HealthCare; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in California seeks an experienced Patient Access/Registration specialist to coordinate patient registrations, verify demographics, and secure patient financial responsibility. You will ensure accurate visit and billing information to facilitate reimbursement while upholding patient privacy and EMTALA guidelines.

Proficiency with Centricity and Patient Secure, plus a strong customer-service orientation, is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a business service setting.
• Effective communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with medical billing and patient registration processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient registrations and ensure accurate demographics and visit data.
• Identify patient records with Patient Secure and EMTALA compliance.
• Collect and secure patient payments and negotiate payments per policy.
• Perform insurance verification and determine coverage and out-of-pocket estimates.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain high patient satisfaction.

Skills

2 Years experience in business service

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Centricity

Patient Secure

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in California seeks an experienced Patient Access/Registration specialist to coordinate patient registrations, verify demographics, and secure patient financial responsibility. You will ensure accurate visit and billing information to facilitate reimbursement while upholding patient privacy and EMTALA guidelines.

Proficiency with Centricity and Patient Secure, plus a strong customer-service orientation, is required.