Patient Account Registrar - Plano

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Patient Account Registrar to join their dedicated team. This role involves interviewing patients to gather essential demographics and insurance details while collaborating closely with the Physical Therapy department. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a solid understanding of medical terminology, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Join a community-focused organization committed to quality care and making a difference in patients' lives. This opportunity offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to a vital healthcare mission.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.
• Maintain proficiency in medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain demographics and insurance information.
• Work closely with the Physical Therapy department.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Graduate or GED Equivalent

Job description

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Dallas Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Dallas Regional Medical Center is a 202-bed acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission that offers a wide range of medical services including 24/7 emergency care, cardiology, wound care, surgical services, cardiac catheterization, and imaging. The hospital is the only Certified Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center, and Labor and Delivery Unit in the area. In addition, Dallas Regional is the only Trauma Center for 13 miles, and was the first Accredited Geriatric Emergency Room in Dallas County. The hospital is a recipient of Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Awards, 15 Healthgrades Five-Star ratings over the past three years, and Straight "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group since 2018. For more information visit www.dallasregionalmedicalcenter.com.

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Responsibilities

The Patient Account Registrar interviews the patient or his/her representative to obtain patient demographics. The Patient Account Registrar also secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as applicable. Works closely with all facets of the Physical Therapy department. Must be able to operate a computer to input and retrieve data. Ability to communicate with the population served, utilizing age-specific techniques from neonatal, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle adults to geriatrics. Maintain proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given with expectations to be completed in a specified timeframe.

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Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.
2. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
5. Analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).