Patient Access Specialist — Nights, Per Diem

Prime Healthcare; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Patient Account Registrar to interview patients or representatives to obtain demographics and insurance details. The role includes securing eligibility, benefits, and authorizations, and coordinating with the Admitting department and reception areas.

Proficiency in medical terminology and strong communication, multi-tasking, and analytical skills are required. Per diem status with nights shifts offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital admissions 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 (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires)

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain demographics and insurance information.
• Secure eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable.
• Coordinate with Admitting, PBX, and reception; input data and maintain proficiency in medical terminology.

Skills

Hospital admissions experience

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Patient Account Registrar to interview patients or representatives to obtain demographics and insurance details. The role includes securing eligibility, benefits, and authorizations, and coordinating with the Admitting department and reception areas.

Proficiency in medical terminology and strong communication, multi-tasking, and analytical skills are required. Per diem status with nights shifts offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.