Admitting Representative

Buchanan County Health Center; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan County Health Center in Independence, IA is seeking an Admitting Representative to be the first point of contact for patients during registration. You will collect demographic and financial information and obtain signatures on all paperwork to ensure correct patient records and proper billing.

This role emphasizes clear communication, attention to detail, and accurate data entry to support patient safety, identity verification, and compliant hospital operations.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Computer experience necessary.
• Proficient communication, attention to detail and ability to write legibly required.

Responsibilities

• Register patients as the first point of contact, collecting demographic and financial information to ensure correct patient registration.
• Obtain signatures on all required paperwork during the intake process.
• Support patient safety and accurate billing by ensuring proper identification and compliant documentation.

Skills

Proficient communication

Attention to detail

Write legibly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is the first line of contact with the patient. The Admitting Representative is responsible for obtaining demographic and financial information during the registration process to ensure the correct patient has been registered, and signatures obtained on all associated paperwork. When these functions are completed with accuracy this process will ensure patient safety through appropriate identification, maximum reimbursement for hospital charges and compliance with all state and federal regulations.

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Computer experience necessary

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Proficient communication, attention to detail and ability to write legibly required.