Patient Account Registrar (FT, Variable)

Overview

Benefits Statement

We Offer

Competitive Compensation Generous benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Collaborative work teams & cohorts …and much more!

We would love to have you on our Team!

Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Riverview Regional Medical Center is a 281-bed acute-care hospital serving more than 350,000 residents in Etowah and the contiguous counties. A full range of services and programs are offered, including the only accredited Cath Lab in Northeast Alabama, Sleep Lab, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, and Women’s Diagnostic Imaging Center. Riverview Regional Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and is rated among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety. Riverview is also the areas highest rated hospital, receiving Four-Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Originally named Holy Name of Jesus Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center was founded in 1917 by the Sisters of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity. Riverview was purchased by Prime Healthcare in 2016. Together they continue a mission of providing quality healthcare in the community it so proudly serves. To learn more about Riverview Regional Medical Center and the services it provides, visit www.riverviewregional.com

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Responsibilities

Shift: Variable 8 Hours

Schedule: 11:00AM - 7:30PM and 3:00PM - 11:30PM Shifts in ER Admitting

Summary: The Patient Account Registrar interviews the patient or his/her representative to obtain patient demographics. This position also secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations as applicable. Works closely with all facets of the Admitting department including PBX operator function and reception areas. Must be able to operate a computer to input and retrieve data. Ability to communicate with the population served, utilizing age specific techniques from neonatal, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle adult to geriatrics. Maintain proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given with expectations to be completed in a specified timeframe

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred.Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.Analytical and problem-solving skills.Customer Services experience required.High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).