Registration Clerk -- Front Desk Registration

Community Hospital Corporation; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Community Hospital Corporation in Gainesville, Texas, is seeking a part-time Patient Access Specialist to handle admissions, patient information collection, and ensure compliance with hospital policies. This role involves interaction with patients and healthcare professionals, requiring excellent customer service and basic computer skills.

The ideal candidate will have high school education and preferably possess medical office experience. Flexible working hours are from Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 7 PM.

Qualifications

• First preference for candidates with at least 6 months experience in a medical office or hospital setting.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Register patients for hospital services from a physician’s office and pre-admit as needed.
• Admit patients scheduled for admissions and outpatient procedures.
• Interview patients or their representatives to obtain and verify personal information.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Typing accurately with speed

Use of office machines

Excellent customer service skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients and admission of individuals who have hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Distributes appropriate information to ancillary departments. Reports to the Patient Access Supervisor.

Part‑Time, Monday – Friday 3p-7p

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for registering patients for hospital services from a physician’s office and pre‑admitting these patients as needed.
• Responsible for admitting requirements for patients scheduled for admissions and outpatient procedures, obtaining authorization and verifying insurance eligibility.
• Responsible for interviewing patients or their representatives, obtaining personal information or verifying information already on file, including emergency numbers and insurance information.
• Provides information to the patient/representative about billing, complaint process, patient rights, and HIPAA. Distributes hospital specific literature.
• Responsible, when previous arrangements have been made or a co‑payment is required, to collect such payments, record payment and forward to the Business Office personnel.
• Responsible for knowing hospital policies and being familiar with hospital services that are available.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures confidentiality of patients’ records.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Maintains good working relationships both within the department and with other departments.
• Ensures that documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Answers the telephone in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel/family member.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Patient Access Supervisor.

BASIC SKILLS

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to type accurately with speed.
• Able to use office machines efficiently.
• Excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• First preference for candidates who have at least 6 months experience in a medical office or hospital setting.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional language a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, or sit for long periods of time.