Patient Access & Admissions Specialist

St. Joseph Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Tuition reimbursement options

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Kansas City seeks a Patient Account Registrar to collect and verify patient information while ensuring accurate eligibility and benefits. The candidate should have strong communication and customer service skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, verifying insurance, and supporting the admitting department. This full-time role offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients or authorized representatives to gather accurate demographic and insurance information.
• Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and required authorizations.
• Enter and retrieve patient data using computerized systems.
• Communicate clearly with patients using age-appropriate techniques.
• Support Admitting department operations.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Customer Services experience

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Education

High School Graduate or GED Equivalent

Job description

A healthcare facility in Kansas City seeks a Patient Account Registrar to collect and verify patient information while ensuring accurate eligibility and benefits. The candidate should have strong communication and customer service skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, verifying insurance, and supporting the admitting department. This full-time role offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.