Patient Admissions Coordinator

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Middlesborough (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Middlesboro, KY is seeking an Admissions Clerk to handle patient registration, admissions, transfers, and discharge processes with care and accuracy.

You will greet patients, answer phones, manage records, perform cashier duties, and coordinate with staff to ensure smooth patient flow. A high school diploma or GED and basic office skills are required; prior public-facing work is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience dealing with the public is preferred.
• 3–6 months of on-the-job training may be required to achieve proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors in person or by phone in a courteous manner.
• Provide general information about the hospital and patient status as allowed by guidelines.
• Operate and coordinate multiple office devices and communication systems.
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharge processes and escort patients as needed.
• Maintain appointment schedules, cash handling, and record-keeping.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Typing speed 30 wpm

Attention to detail

Office equipment operation

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Postage meter

Typewriter

Display terminal

Printer

Fax machine

Medifax machine

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Middlesboro, KY is seeking an Admissions Clerk to handle patient registration, admissions, transfers, and discharge processes with care and accuracy.

You will greet patients, answer phones, manage records, perform cashier duties, and coordinate with staff to ensure smooth patient flow. A high school diploma or GED and basic office skills are required; prior public-facing work is preferred.