Onsite Patient Admissions Specialist

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking an Admitting Clerk to facilitate patient admissions and registrations with accuracy and friendly service. The role emphasizes insurance verification, financial counseling, and compliance with facility policies.

This part-time, 100% onsite position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of admissions or public relations experience.
• 1-2 years in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients efficiently and accurately, entering required information into the registration system.
• Verifies insurance coverage and billing information.
• Explains financial documents (ABNs) to patients and families as required.
• Counsels self-pay patients on costs and payment options.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and safety standards.
• Operates a multi-line telephone system and relays messages promptly.
• Notifies departments or physicians of patient arrivals and coordinates with nursing staff.
• Assists with bed assignments and order-entry accuracy for admissions and related services.
• Maintains compliance with policies and regulations and ensures attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Tools

Registration systems

Insurance software

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking an Admitting Clerk to facilitate patient admissions and registrations with accuracy and friendly service. The role emphasizes insurance verification, financial counseling, and compliance with facility policies.

This part-time, 100% onsite position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment.