Patient Access Registrations Specialist I
A Patient Access Registrations Specialist I is responsible for providing excellent customer service and facilitating the registration and scheduling process for patients and visitors at Intermountain Health. The caregiver ensures that accurate and complete information is collected and entered into the system, verifies insurance and eligibility, collects co-pays and balances, and follows up on pending issues. The caregiver also adheres to Intermountain Health's policies and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.
This is PRN "As needed"
Essential Functions
- Greet and assist patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Obtain and verify patient demographic, financial, and insurance information.
- Register and schedule patients for appointments, tests, and procedures.
- Collect and process co-pays, deductibles, and balances due at the time of service and complete end-of-day balance process.
- Provide patients with information on financial assistance, payment plans, and charity care.
- Explain and obtain signatures on consent forms, policies, and disclosures.
- Responsible for ensuring the adherence to Federal and state regulations, including the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
- Requires a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, insurance protocols, and hospital policies to safeguard patient rights and ensure compliance.
- Provide patients with directions, maps, and parking information.
- Coordinate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and quality care.
- Document and update patient records in the electronic health system.
- Follow up on pending issues, such as prior authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications.
Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCustomer ServiceInsurance VerificationComputer LiteracyPayment ProcessingMedical BillingProblem SolvingQualifications
High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, internet and email required.Experience with Epic preferred.Customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, is required.Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Physical Requirements
Ongoing need for caregivers to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients / clients and visitors that require caregivers to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.For roles requiring driving : Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location
Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital
Work City
Billings
Work State
Montana
Scheduled Weekly Hours
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$18.15 - $24.99