Admissions & Registration Specialist

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC in Lafayette, LA is seeking an Admissions Clerk to greet patients, handle front-desk communications, collect co-pays, and ensure accurate intake paperwork.

The role requires 1–2 years of admissions or health information experience, strong oral and written communication, computer skills, and the ability to work in a team to support quality patient care. This on-site position involves daily clerical duties and interacting with patients and families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1–2 years of admissions or health information services experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team to support patient care.
• Proficient computer skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients/ families promptly and courteously as the patient arrives at the facility.
• Answers the telephone, provides requested information or takes messages, and directs caller to the appropriate personnel.
• Provides interpretation of forms to be signed upon admission including patient rights and living will questions.
• Reviews all patient forms for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate signatures.
• Obtains and enters new patient demographics and updates patient information, as necessary, in the computer system to maintain accuracy for billing.
• Collects deposits and/or co-pays according to established guidelines.
• Practices caution and uses good judgment in relaying messages and giving information to patients, families, and visitors.
• Directs any patient, family, or visitor complaints to the appropriate person for prompt resolution.
• Maintains a clean and orderly waiting room.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties.
• Utilize concepts of age/ developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Team player

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC in Lafayette, LA is seeking an Admissions Clerk to greet patients, handle front-desk communications, collect co-pays, and ensure accurate intake paperwork.

The role requires 1–2 years of admissions or health information experience, strong oral and written communication, computer skills, and the ability to work in a team to support quality patient care. This on-site position involves daily clerical duties and interacting with patients and families.