Registration & Admissions Specialist: Elevate Patient Care

sfmc; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Registration Specialist to handle check-in, preregistration, registration, preadmission and admission, ensuring accurate demographic data and compliance with CMS, payors, EMTALA and Joint Commission standards. This role emphasizes efficient patient flow and data integrity.

The position requires checking insurance, obtaining required forms, and contributing to the revenue cycle through proper documentation, consent signatures, and payment collection.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in business, billing, or healthcare scheduling/registration/admissions preferred.
• Proficient computer and software skills required.

Responsibilities

• Handle check-in, preregistration, registration, preadmission and admission processes.
• Obtain demographic information, insurance cards, signed forms and orders and scan into medical records.
• Adhere to CMS, government payors, and Joint Commission regulations and ensure compliance.
• Support revenue cycle by accurate data entry, benefit verification, preauthorization and co-pay collection.
• Coordinate with scheduling and referrals to ensure smooth patient flow and timely information.

Skills

Healthcare scheduling

Registration

Billing

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Registration Specialist to handle check-in, preregistration, registration, preadmission and admission, ensuring accurate demographic data and compliance with CMS, payors, EMTALA and Joint Commission standards. This role emphasizes efficient patient flow and data integrity.

The position requires checking insurance, obtaining required forms, and contributing to the revenue cycle through proper documentation, consent signatures, and payment collection.