Patient Access & Registration Specialist

WVU Medicine; Keyser (WV); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine PVH Potomac Valley Hospital is seeking a Registration Specialist to manage patient registration and related billing tasks. You will collect demographic and insurance information, obtain necessary signatures, and balance cash receipts in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong attention to detail. Daily interactions with patients and staff are routine, with opportunities to ensure accurate payments and compliant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State and Federal background checks completed as required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Obtain demographic, billing and insurance information from patients and enter into systems.
• Provide information to patients about insurance, bills and hospital procedures.
• Handle pre-certifications and authorizations as applicable.
• Prepare consent forms and obtain signatures; obtain electronic consent to treat.
• Collect deposits, co-pays, deductibles and document payments.
• Prepare patient armband and balance daily receipts.
• Follow up on accounts per system flags and notes.
• Initiate screenings and gather coverage information for paperwork.
• Perform medical necessity checks and complete required notices.
• Schedule, reschedule or cancel patient appointments per workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Registration systems

Basic computer skills

Job description

WVU Medicine PVH Potomac Valley Hospital is seeking a Registration Specialist to manage patient registration and related billing tasks. You will collect demographic and insurance information, obtain necessary signatures, and balance cash receipts in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong attention to detail. Daily interactions with patients and staff are routine, with opportunities to ensure accurate payments and compliant