Registration Specialist - Emergency Department

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) seeks an Emergency Department Registration Specialist to coordinate patient registration, insurance verification, and scheduling in the emergency department at Muhlenberg.

You will interact with diverse patients, gather demographic, insurance, and financial information, and ensure accurate data capture to support prompt financial clearance and care delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year customer service or 1 year healthcare environment experience such as a hospital or physician office.
• Computer and typing proficiency.
• Must interact with a diverse customer base, including those seeking emergency services.
• Must pass the required training within two attempts or less.
• Able to adapt to changing volumes and prioritize tasks.
• Remain calm in a noisy, high-stress environment.
• React quickly in critical situations using critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients to obtain demographic, insurance (referral/authorization), and other information.
• Engages patients to create a welcoming experience in person or by phone.
• Ensures referring providers' orders match the scheduled appointment.
• Obtains a new order prior to test/treatment if incomplete or inaccurate.
• Scans insurance cards, scripts, patient identification, and regulatory forms accurately.
• Secures signatures to ensure timely reimbursement and appropriate consents.
• Determines and collects patient financial liability and creates estimates.
• Directs patients to financial resources for assistance with counseling.
• Reviews daily schedule for conflicts and coordinates with colleagues and providers.
• Maintains compliance with registration accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Healthcare environment

Computer proficiency

Typing proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree preferred in health care (preferred)

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Coordinates all aspects of patient registration, insurance verification, and scheduling of patients accurately. Conducts patient interviews by phone and in-person for the purpose of establishing an account by gathering demographic, insurance, and clinical information to ensure appropriate patient scheduling and optimal financial clearance. Works in an emergency department which encompasses varying levels of patient care. Educates patients regarding financial responsibilities and collects out of pocket fees.

Job Duties

• Interviews patients using open-ended questions to obtain pertinent demographic, insurance (referral/authorization), and other information.
• Engages patients throughout the registration process to create a welcoming and positive patient experience whether in person or via phone.
• Ensures referring providers' orders are complete and match the appointment scheduled.
• Obtains a new order prior to test/treatment if order is incomplete or inaccurate.
• Scans insurance cards, scripts, patient identification, and all pertinent documentation including regulatory forms accurately.
• Secures signatures to ensure timely reimbursement, which includes consents signed specific to service(s) being rendered.
• Determines and collects patient financial liability and creates estimates, if applicable.
• Refers patients to financial resources as needed for assistance with financial counseling.
• Reviews daily schedule and identifies potential scheduling conflicts affecting department flow and confers with colleagues and providers for a resolution.
• Maintains compliance with registration accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year Customer service or 1 year Healthcare environment such as a hospital and/or physician office
• Computer and typing proficiency.
• Must be able to interact with a diverse customer base, including those seeking emergency services or treatment due to an accident or illness.
• Must successfully pass the required training in two attempts or less.
• Must adapt to change in volumes and demands positively and professionally effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks.
• Remains calm and resilient in a noisy, high-stress environment.
• Must react quickly in critical situations utilizing critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Health care or related field 2 years registration/insurance verification in a health care setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Bi-lingual - Spanish/English.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

Monday/Friday and every other weekend

Department

1004-06099 Emergency Room Registration - Muhl

Company Culture

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust - and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune - align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.