Registration Coordinator

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA seeks an attentive Patient Registration Clerk to accurately collect patient information, verify insurance coverage, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The role supports junior staff and helps resolve day-to-day registration issues.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience in patient registration or healthcare administration, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and strong knowledge of medical terminology and EHR systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in patient registration, customer service, or a healthcare administrative role is required (1-2 years).
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and update patient consents, authorizations, and signatures in compliance with regulatory guidelines and policies.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all registration activities.
• Review insurance plans, benefits, and coverage limitations to explain patients' financial responsibilities.
• Handle complex registration processes including pre-authorizations and coordination of benefits.
• Support junior staff by answering questions and guiding when to escalate issues.
• Assist in resolving registration-related issues such as duplicate medical records, working with other departments.

Skills

Medical terminology

Insurance verification

Registration procedures

EHR systems

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for providing exceptional customer service while efficiently and accurately registering patients. This role involves gathering patient information, verifying insurance coverage, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Assists junior staff by answering questions, supporting the escalation of specific scenarios and resolving day to day issues.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Obtain and update patient consents, authorizations, and signatures in compliance with regulatory guidelines and organizational policies.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all registration activities.
• Review insurance plans, benefits, and coverage limitations to help patients understand their financial responsibilities.
• Handle more complex registration processes, including pre-authorizations, pre-certifications, and coordination of benefits for patients with multiple insurance plans.
• Support junior staff by answering questions, resolving technical challenges, and guiding when to elevate issues.
• Assist with the resolution of registration‑related issues, such as duplicate medical records or demographic discrepancies, working collaboratively with other departments or supervisors.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience in patient registration, customer service, or a related healthcare administrative role. 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, insurance processes, and registration procedures.
• Strong understanding of insurance verification, pre-authorizations, and coordination of benefits.
• Experience working with electronic health record (EHR) systems and registration software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to manage complex registration processes and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain patient confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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