Admissions Representative

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Memphis is seeking an individual to register patients and manage financial screening processes. Candidates should have at least 1 year of business experience, preferably in a healthcare environment. Strong customer service and communication skills are essential, along with basic computer skills. An associate's degree or completion of 2 years of college is preferred. The role is critical for ensuring smooth patient flow and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in business.
• Skill in clear communication in English.
• Ability to type 25 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and efficiently.
• Apply financial screening guidelines.
• Expedite patient flow through prompt service.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree or 2 years of college level courses

Job description

Overview

Obtains accurate demographic, financial and clinical information and enters into the computer system to create the medical and financial record. Applies financial guidelines to determine/collect patient liability. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients accurately, efficiently and professionally to ensure data base integrity and facilitate claims processing.
• Applies financial screening guidelines to ensure proper procedures are followed in obtaining upfront collections for the specific facility.
• Strives to expedite patient flow through prompt and courteous service.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned, to include health screening.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• 1 year of business experience.

Preferred/Desired

• 1 year of business experience in a healthcare environment.

Education

Minimum Required

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Preferred/Desired

• Associates degree or 2 years of college level courses.

Training

• NONE

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer skills, ability to perform basic math computation. Type 25 words per minute. Excellent customer service & communication skills. Ability to speak, articulate, and be understood clearly.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

• CHAA