Role OverviewThe Patient Registrar will obtain accurate and complete patient information, enter data into the hospital information system, and verify payer information to ensure expedient care and accurate billing. They will also coordinate and communicate with various hospital departments to support patient care.
What You Will Do
The Patient Registrar will interview patients and representatives, verify benefits, and pre-certify insurance plans to ensure maximum reimbursement to the hospital. They will also process admissions, discharges, and transfers, and provide information to patients and representatives on health care proxy forms and financial issues.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently and under pressure, and have computer skills to perform the job functions accurately and productively.
Requirements
- High school graduate
- Ability to type at 25 WPM
- Computer skills
- Successful passage of Medical Terminology course or challenge exam
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
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