Patient Access & Insurance Coordinator

Prime Healthcare; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Patient Account Registrar for a per diem night shift. You will interview patients to collect demographics and insurance details, and secure eligibility, benefits and any required authorizations.

Role requires hospital admissions exposure, medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication skills. You will input data, work with the Admitting team, and may handle special projects with defined timelines.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer Services experience required
• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required

Responsibilities

• Interview the patient or representative to obtain demographics.
• Secure insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations as applicable.
• Work closely with Admitting department including PBX operator function and reception areas.
• Operate a computer to input and retrieve data.
• Communicate with the population served using age-specific techniques.
• Maintain proficiency in medical terminology.
• Complete special projects within specified timeframes.

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Patient Account Registrar for a per diem night shift. You will interview patients to collect demographics and insurance details, and secure eligibility, benefits and any required authorizations.

Role requires hospital admissions exposure, medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication skills. You will input data, work with the Admitting team, and may handle special projects with defined timelines.