Patient Service Representative - Patient Registration

Providence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Seattle is seeking a dedicated individual for patient registration roles. The position involves coordinating patient information flow, providing customer service, and assisting with financial counseling. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree and two years of experience in a medical setting. The organization offers comprehensive benefits to support staff health and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a medical setting with inpatient or outpatient admitting.
• Experience with patient registration or financial counseling.
• Familiarity with insurance and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow information and support in the emergency department.
• Provide front-line customer service including reception and registration.
• Assist patients requesting financial assistance and process necessary paperwork.

Skills

Customer Service

Financial Counseling

Medical Terminology

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Responsible and accountable for the coordination of information and support needed for the flow of patients in the Swedish Medical Center and Emergency Department environment. Provides front line customer service including reception and Registration. Responsible for the interviewing of patients and family to obtain required demographic and financial data, completing consents, escorting/directing patients and collecting valuables and deposits. Initial contact for any patients/visitors with general billing, insurance or collection questions/concerns. Assists patients requesting financial assistance through financial aide programs, processing all necessary paperwork. Serves as a conduit to the appropriate staff to assist patients in determining alternate sources of coverage for hospital stays including payment arrangements for private pay accounts. Serves as the POS team expert to facilitate all aspects of registration functions for patients during their hospitalization. Coordinates coverage issues with the Physician Offices and the POS team members, is accountable for assuring timely and accurate patient information flow. Participates in quality improvement activities of the Medical Center and Emergency Department. Performs other special project assignments as directed. Flexible in working occasional unscheduled shifts or portions of shifts due to urgent situations and or sick calls/assists in finding coverage for absences as needed.

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• 2 years of experience in a medical setting with inpatient or outpatient admitting
• Patient Registration or financial counseling or insurance and medical terminology experience

Why Join Providence Swedish?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.