Patient Access & Admissions Specialist

Renown-Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Renown Health in Reno is seeking an Admissions/Registration Specialist to handle registration, scheduling, order entry, and reception across health-system sites. You will gather demographics, insurance, and other data to expedite healthcare access and reimbursement.

The role requires verifying insurance, obtaining authorizations, and collecting patient financial obligations while maintaining confidentiality and complying with policies. This position is office-based and fast-paced.

Qualifications

• Must have working-level knowledge of English (reading, writing and speaking).
• Six months admitting, medical claims processing or customer service experience with financial interaction; one year preferred.
• Experience with Windows OS, SMS InVision and SMS IMS Document Imaging is preferred.
• Actual salary varies by location and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform registration, scheduling, order entry and reception across admitting sites.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits; obtain authorizations as required.
• Identify patient financial obligation and document accurately.
• Enter demographic, clinical and financial information into computer systems.
• Explain forms, obtain signatures and collect required information.
• Support a smooth admission process with diplomacy and professionalism.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Insurance verification

Billing

Communication

Multitasking

Office software

Phone & in-person interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SMS InVision

SMS IMS Document Imaging

Windows OS

Job description

Renown Health in Reno is seeking an Admissions/Registration Specialist to handle registration, scheduling, order entry, and reception across health-system sites. You will gather demographics, insurance, and other data to expedite healthcare access and reimbursement.

The role requires verifying insurance, obtaining authorizations, and collecting patient financial obligations while maintaining confidentiality and complying with policies. This position is office-based and fast-paced.