Emergency Department Admissions & Registration Specialist

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking an ED Business Associate to support efficient admission of emergency department patients and to collect and enter patient information into the EMR in compliance with EMTALA and HIPAA. You will verify insurance, assist with financial counseling, coordinate with hospital staff, and ensure accurate patient tracking and charting.

Strong communication, multitasking, and compassionate patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years customer service or related field.
• Proficient with medical terminology, billing practices and coding.
• Proficient computer skills, MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and enter data into EMR per EMTALA/HIPAA requirements.
• Verify insurance benefits and collect required documents for admission.
• Obtain patient demographics and coordinate admissions with ED staff.
• Greet patients and families, explain policies, and update the ED tracking board.
• Coordinate with translation services when needed and assist with referrals.
• Promote hospital mission and provide patient transportation vouchers as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking an ED Business Associate to support efficient admission of emergency department patients and to collect and enter patient information into the EMR in compliance with EMTALA and HIPAA. You will verify insurance, assist with financial counseling, coordinate with hospital staff, and ensure accurate patient tracking and charting.

Strong communication, multitasking, and compassionate patient care are essential.