Patient Access & Registration Specialist

Lutheran Health Network; Warsaw (IN); In loco; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Registrar to support patient care by accurately capturing and verifying demographic and insurance information in person and by phone. You will schedule procedures, pre-register patients, and obtain authorizations while maintaining organized records and delivering exceptional service.

The role requires attention to detail, familiarity with EHR systems, and strong customer service skills to assist patients and families through the registration process and

Competenze

• Post secondary education or training in medical office administration or healthcare administration preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting including patient registration, medical office scheduling, or front desk/admissions required.
• 0-2 years of experience in a customer service role preferred.

Mansioni

• Interacts with patients and families to address questions and provide courteous, timely assistance.
• Regulates schedules based on procedure requirements, physician availability, and staffing needs.
• Schedules patient procedures and pre-registers patients by obtaining accurate demographic information.
• Verifies insurance eligibility using designated applications, captures correct health insurance details, and secures necessary authorizations and verifications for services.
• Collects and records patient financial responsibility estimates as applicable.
• Communicates operative reports daily to appropriate physician offices.
• Compiles and organizes registration documentation to ensure completion of patient medical records.
• Collects patient co-pays or deductibles when applicable and informs patients of financial obligations.
• Assists patients with understanding insurance requirements and assists with resolving insurance‑related questions.
• Carefully documents on forms if the patient is unable to sign the consent authorization forms, or why a family member signs the forms and has nursing sign off if the patient is unable to sign.
• Places an armband on each patient before the patient leaves the department to ensure proper identification of the patient throughout their stay.
• Answers and returns phone calls, addressing questions with professionalism and courtesy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Conoscenze

Insurance verification

EHR systems

Customer service

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Post secondary education in medical administration

Descrizione del lavoro

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Registrar to support patient care by accurately capturing and verifying demographic and insurance information in person and by phone. You will schedule procedures, pre-register patients, and obtain authorizations while maintaining organized records and delivering exceptional service.

The role requires attention to detail, familiarity with EHR systems, and strong customer service skills to assist patients and families through the registration process and