Healthcare Registration Lead & Patient Access

2610 Columbia County Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Registration Specialist to support daily operations, guide staff, and ensure accurate patient registration and payments. You will handle demographic and insurance verification, collect liabilities, and coordinate scheduling with providers.

You will work under management, assist with training, review performance data, and uphold EMTALA, HIPAA, and financial counseling standards to improve patient experience and reimbursement outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in registration or healthcare front desk.
• Excellent patient services and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and demographic data during registration.
• Obtain and document insurance information and eligibility.
• Collect payments and explain ABN and financial assistance options.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and coordinate with providers.
• Maintain compliance with EMTALA, HIPAA and policies.

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Registration Specialist to support daily operations, guide staff, and ensure accurate patient registration and payments. You will handle demographic and insurance verification, collect liabilities, and coordinate scheduling with providers.

You will work under management, assist with training, review performance data, and uphold EMTALA, HIPAA, and financial counseling standards to improve patient experience and reimbursement outcomes.