Patient Access Specialist — Admissions & Registration

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center; La Junta (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Wellness Programs

Gym Membership Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center in La Junta, Colorado, is seeking a detail-oriented Admissions Registrar to join the Patient Access team. You will coordinate efficient admission and registration for inpatient and outpatient services, ensuring accurate patient information and smooth financial transactions.

The role requires strong customer service, confidentiality, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Multitask, organize work, and solve problems.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients or representatives and enter demographics into the hospital system.
• Coordinate admission and registration for inpatient and outpatient services.
• Obtain required patient signatures, including Conditions of Admission.
• Ensure information is complete, current, and accurate.
• Distribute registration information to ancillary departments.
• Maintain registration accuracy rate of 95% or greater.
• Provide patients with policies, procedures, and services information.
• Refer patients to Financial Counseling when financial arrangements are needed.
• Collect copays and post payments to patient accounts.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center in La Junta, Colorado, is seeking a detail-oriented Admissions Registrar to join the Patient Access team. You will coordinate efficient admission and registration for inpatient and outpatient services, ensuring accurate patient information and smooth financial transactions.

The role requires strong customer service, confidentiality, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment.