Registration Specialist | PRN

United Surgical Partners International; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Baylor Medical Center Frisco is seeking a Registration Specialist for a PRN position to support patient admissions and front-desk operations.

Responsibilities include collecting upfront payments, obtaining consent, verifying demographics and insurance, and using Meditech to register patients and view statistics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum one year of experience preferred.
• Typing speed of 45 wpm is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients promptly and register for hospital admission.
• Obtain patient insurance information and explain co-pays/deductibles.
• Collect upfront payments from patients.
• Process registration information accurately and efficiently.
• Assist patients with hospital forms and brochures.
• Ensure signatures are obtained on consent and insurance forms.
• Use Meditech to register patients and view statistics as necessary.
• Provide backup support to receptionist and radiology scheduler.
• Communicate professionally and follow hospital policies.
• Coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Notify supervisor of issues promptly.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Medical terminology

Insurance terminology

Communication skills

Multitasking

Office equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Baylor Medical Center Frisco is hiring a Registration Specialist for a PRN position.

Responsibilities include entering and updating patient demographic and insurance information, registering patients and obtaining consent, processing paperwork, discussing and collecting upfront amounts due from patients.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients promptly registering for hospital admission and identifies self to patient.
• Obtains patient's insurance information and explains co-pay and deductibles.
• Collects upfront amounts due from patients.
• Processes registration information courteously and efficiently.
• Distributes and explains hospital information, brochures, and forms.
• Ensures patient signatures are obtained and correct on consent and insurance forms.
• Supports hospital and department policies, department director, and hospital Administration.
• Lends knowledge and assistance to other hospital departments, physician's offices, and co-workers.
• Works effectively with members of other departments and receives minimal complaints.
• Communicates effectively and expresses ideas clearly; actively listens and follows appropriate communication channels.
• Provides direction and assistance to patients, family members, and co-workers courteously and positively. Communicates professionally at all times.
• Knows and adheres to hospital and departmental policies; adapts and cooperates with changes in assignments, procedures, and personnel.
• Maintains skills on equipment necessary to complete required responsibilities. Uses supplies and equipment properly and economically and reports necessary repairs promptly.
• Reflects professionalism in performing duty and knowledge of procedures necessary to produce the desired effect.
• Provides backup for receptionist and radiology scheduler.
• Utilizes Meditech to register patients to the facility, collect monies and view statistics as necessary.
• Notifies supervisor/director of issues promptly.
• As assigned by Patient Access Services Manager.

Required Skills

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of previous experience is preferred.
• Must have the skills to operate the office equipment required to fulfill job duties.
• Forty-five(45) wpm typing skills are required.
• Medical and insurance terminology and computer experience beneficial
• Good communication and people skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask.