Registration Specialist - Emergency Department

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is hiring for a Registration specialist to coordinate patient registration, verify insurance, and schedule encounters. You will conduct patient interviews by phone or in person to gather demographic, insurance, and clinical information to ensure accurate accounts and financial clearance.

The role includes working in the emergency department and educating patients on financial responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of customer service experience.
• 1 year of healthcare environment experience (hospital or physician office).
• Basic computer and typing proficiency.
• Ability to interact with a diverse patient base, including emergency cases.
• Successful completion of required training within two attempts or less.
• Calm under pressure in a busy environment.
• Ability to adapt to changes and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to collect demographic, insurance, and referral information.
• Guide patients through registration process to ensure a positive experience.
• Ensure orders are complete and match appointments; obtain missing orders when needed.
• Scan insurance cards, prescriptions, IDs, and regulatory forms accurately.
• Obtain signatures for timely reimbursement and service-specific consents.
• Determine and collect patient financial responsibility; refer to financial counseling when needed.
• Review daily schedule for conflicts and coordinate resolutions with staff.
• Maintain compliance with accurate registration data.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree in Health Care or related field

Tools

Typing proficiency

Computer proficiency

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:

2128 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr E

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Carbon

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

2230-0700, Week 1 M/Sat Week 2 Sun/Fri- every other holiday

Department:

1004-04033 Registration - CAR