Registrar Scheduler-NHC NAIP Visc Call

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Registrar Scheduler to optimize patient flow and ensure smooth scheduling for consultations, procedures, and tests. The role includes registering patients, collecting demographics and insurance data, and billing-related information to support efficient clinic operations.

Required is at least one year in scheduling or patient access in hospital/clinic settings, with CHAA preferred and familiarity with ICD coding.

Qualifications

• One year of scheduling or patient access experience in hospital or clinic setting required.
• CHAA certification preferred.
• Training or educational background with medical terminology and familiarity with ICD coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient flow at a clinic, schedules consultations, procedures and tests.
• Registers patients and collects demographic and insurance information.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits and obtains required pre-certifications/authorizations.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Medical terminology

ICD coding

Prioritization

Customer service

Team interaction

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department NHC NAIP Visc Call
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Rotating - Monday-Saturday

The Registrar Scheduler facilitates the patient flow at a clinic providing services necessary to schedule, register, and greet patients. Schedules patients for consultation, procedures and/or tests as needed. Receives and enters patient demographic and insurance information, appropriate charges for services rendered, and other pertinent information, allowing the clinic to track patient visits, ensure a smooth patient flow for appointments, and to bill for services provided. Verifies insurances via electronic verification system or contacts the insurance payer for verification of eligibility and benefits. Ensures that any pre-certification/ authorization is obtained to meet the individual payer payment protocols. Able to manage multiple task with an excellent orientation to professional customer service.

Required Skills:

• Ability to deal tactfully with Associates, patients, visitors and the general public.
• Basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Knowledge of commercial and managed care payors and terminology.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of insurance plan requirements, which can change frequently.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with ICD coding preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize multiple task and works well under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment with frequent interruptions.

Required Experience:

Work Experience:

One year of experience in scheduling or patient access in a hospital or clinic setting required.

License/Registrations/Certifications:

Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.

Education and Training:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.

Training or educational background with medical terminology and familiarity with ICD coding preferred.