Patient Access & Registration Specialist

Merrimack Health; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Health in Massachusetts seeks an Admissions Clerk to coordinate admission for inpatients and registration for hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. The role focuses on collecting patient information, explaining policies, and ensuring accurate data entry into the hospital system.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with medical terminology, and strong communication and customer service skills to handle busy workloads professionally.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Arranges for efficient admission of inpatients and registration for outpatient testing or procedures.
• Collects patient information and informs patients of hospital policies.
• Interviews incoming patients or representatives and enters admission data.
• Distributes information to ancillary departments.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Treats patients and families with respect and professionalism.
• Stays organized and flexible under stress.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Data entry

Interviews patients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Merrimack Health in Massachusetts seeks an Admissions Clerk to coordinate admission for inpatients and registration for hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. The role focuses on collecting patient information, explaining policies, and ensuring accurate data entry into the hospital system.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with medical terminology, and strong communication and customer service skills to handle busy workloads professionally.