Patient Registration & Financial Clearance Specialist

Chicago Behavioral Hospital; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

100% company-paid life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cafeteria on site

Discounted meals

Free parking

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Chicago Behavioral Hospital in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Patient Registration Specialist to verify insurance benefits, collect patient financial responsibility, and ensure accurate account data across departments.

You will meet with patients and families, determine eligibility, follow up on payment plans, and document benefits and payments in the chart. This role offers a strong benefits package and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year hospital business office experience.
• Experience interpreting insurance coverage plans, copayments, and deductibles.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients to confirm insurance benefits and discuss/collect financial responsibility.
• Coordinate and ensure current patient account data is communicated across departments.
• Navigate discharge planning to minimize non-payment risks and finalize financial arrangements.
• Follow up on payment plans to ensure accounts are current with timely payments.
• Document benefits and received payments by notating patient accounts.
• Scan all signed documentation into patient records.

Skills

Insurance plan interpretation

Cash collection

Financial eligibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Chicago Behavioral Hospital in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Patient Registration Specialist to verify insurance benefits, collect patient financial responsibility, and ensure accurate account data across departments.

You will meet with patients and families, determine eligibility, follow up on payment plans, and document benefits and payments in the chart. This role offers a strong benefits package and a supportive team.