Hospital Admissions Registration Associate - Revenue Cycle Patient Access

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Penn State tuition discount for 1/

Total Rewards Program and benefits

Job summary

Penn State Health is hiring a Hospital Admissions Registration Associate in Hershey, PA to support the revenue cycle for bedded hospital services. You’ll secure necessary information for patient registration, route visits in the billing system, verify eligibility, and review admissions requirements for various visit types.

The role offers scheduling flexibility, weekend rotations on a 6-week cycle, and opportunities for advancement within the registration team to senior associate or team lead

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Insurance experience preferred at time of hire.
• Medical terminology preferred.

Skills

Insurance experience

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hospital Admissions Registration Associate - Revenue Cycle Patient Access

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Day
Hours:5:00a - 1:30p, Varied weekend hours

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Hospital Admissions Registration Associate advances the revenue cycle process for services rendered within a bedded hospital setting. The incumbent is responsible for securing all information required to accurately complete the patient registration, converting the correct visit within the billing system, eligibility verification, and reviewing regulatory requirements for admissions, observations, and surgical day care visits.

Registration Associates at Hershey Medical Center will enjoy flexibility with schedules and tasks ranging from mobile registration, administrative work, phone calls, etc. Weekend rotations are spread out at every 6 th weekend. The Registration team holds a crucial role within our organization, significantly influencing the overall experience of patients. There are opportunities for advancement within the department to Senior Associate roles and Team Lead positions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Insurance experience preferred at time of hire
• Medical terminology preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH CORPORATION?

There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system.

Within Penn State Health's Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.