ER Registration Specialist — Fast-Paced Patient Access (PRN)

Covenant-Health; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is seeking an ED Patient Registration Specialist to register patients quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment. You will verify insurance, collect demographic and financial data, and ensure EMTALA compliance while supporting a 24/7 ED operation.

The role involves coordinating front desk flow, handling cash receipts, and assisting with patient education and discharge processes as required, with varied shifts and PRN availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of customer-facing/customer service experience.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and data entry.
• Ability to explain information to patients and family clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform quick registration for Emergency Department encounters.
• Coordinate front desk patient flow and assist triage/charge nurse as needed.
• Complete full registration with demographic and financial information per EMTALA guidelines.
• Collect co-payments and receipts, and post cash transactions.
• Use electronic signature system for registration forms and explain necessary information to patients.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

STAR

TransUnion

Job description

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is seeking an ED Patient Registration Specialist to register patients quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment. You will verify insurance, collect demographic and financial data, and ensure EMTALA compliance while supporting a 24/7 ED operation.

The role involves coordinating front desk flow, handling cash receipts, and assisting with patient education and discharge processes as required, with varied shifts and PRN availability.