Admitting Specialist I - Part Time (0.4 FTE) / Variable

Island Health; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Island Health in Anacortes, WA is seeking a Part-time Patient Registration Clerk to support patient flow and provide a positive, seamless experience for all visitors.

You will collect information for various registrations, greet patients, answer calls, and assist with clerical tasks. A HS diploma or GED is preferred and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months’ experience as an office receptionist; and/or medical skill experience.
• Experience with CPT, ICD9 coding and medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data.

Responsibilities

• Obtain information from patients required to complete registrations (Inpatient, Outpatient, ER, Observation, Recurring visits).
• Obtain signatures on forms and process diagnostic orders into Meditech with billing codes.
• Verify insurance eligibility using electronic resources.
• Answer switchboard and department calls professionally and transfer or assist as needed.
• Greet patients, visitors, and coworkers and provide information/direction as needed.
• Assist with clerical duties including mail processing, supplies ordering, and cash handling.
• Support registration processes and data entry of charges when required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Medical Terminology

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Prioritization

Education

HS Diploma or GED Preferred

Tools

CPT Coding

ICD9 Coding

Job description

Job Category: Patient Registration

Requisition Number: ADMIT002244

• Posted : August 26, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard. We are always looking for people who have a passion for customer service, team collaboration and making an impact while working in a healthcare environment!

• Schedule: 0.4 FTE (Part Time) / Variable
• Obtains specific information from patients required to accurately complete all types of registrations including Inpatient, Outpatient, ER, Observation, Client and Recurring patient visits for Island Hospital services.
• Obtains necessary signatures on forms.
• Processes diagnostic orders into Meditech, including entering billing codes & obtaining signed ABN’s when necessary.
• Verify insurance eligibility using electronic resources.
• Answers switchboard calls and department phones in a professional, welcoming manner, to determine nature of business and transfers calls to proper destination or assisting callers.
• Greets all patients, visitors & co-workers courteously, providing general information & direction assistance as needed.
• Exhibits Island Hospital’s Promise at all times while on duty or while representing the hospital both in/outside of the facility.
• Assists with a variety of clerical duties which may include but is not limited to: Mail Processing (inbound w/cash batch & outbound mail) assists with ordering supplies for department, receives over the counter payments (cash, check or credit cards), accurately maintains and balances the cash drawer.
• Provides clerical support for other hospital departments including, but not limited to, assisting with miscellaneous registration processes, ambulance account processing, reference lab processing, claims processing, sorting, scanning, and filing.
• May require data entry of charges or calling patients or other facilities to obtain necessary account information.
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will bring to the role:

• HS Diploma or GED Preferred.
• Minimum six months’ experience as an office receptionist; and/or medical skill experience required. Experience with CPT, ICD9 coding and medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data at all times.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support efforts of team members.
• Ability to identify and follow verbal and/or written instructions
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Make a Difference with Us

At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team

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