PATIENT REGISTRATION REP
US-CA-ARROYO GRANDE
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 385264
Type: Evening
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Overview: Arroyo Grande Community Hospital located in Arroyo Grande California is rated a top Joint Replacement Center by Blue Shield and is among the Top 10% in the nation for Joint Replacement. Arroyo has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Emergency Department is one of the busiest in the county and nationally recognized for superior patient satisfaction. The hospital also provides the only comprehensive hospital-based Acute Rehabilitation Center on the Central Coast. Arroyo Grande Community Hospital is a part of Dignity Health's Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/arroyo-grande. Responsibilities: Employing excellent customer service skills the Patient Registration Representative is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience throughout the registration process. In order to ensure appropriate reimbursement for services rendered primary duties include: * a) Appropriate patient identification * b) Collecting accurate and thorough patient demographic data * c) Obtaining insurance information and verifying eligibility and benefits * d) Determining and collecting patient financial liability * e) Referring patients to the Patient Registration Specialist as needed for assistance with financial counseling and/or clearance The Patient Registration Representative adheres to the organization s policies and procedures for resolution of patient financial liability. Additionally the Patient Registration Representative is an information source for patients and families by explaining hospital policies patient financial responsibilities and Patient Rights and Responsibilities. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: * Minimum one (1) year of experience working in a hospital Patient Registration department physician office setting healthcare insurance company revenue cycle vendor and/or other revenue cycle related roles * Applicable education and/or training can be used to balance a lack of experience * High school diploma GED or equivalent Preferred Requirements: * Two (2) years of experience working in a hospital Patient Registration department physician office setting healthcare insurance company revenue cycle vendor and/or other revenue cycle related roles * Knowledge of charity care programs as well as the various government and non-government programs Special Skills: * Thorough understanding of insurance policies and procedures. * Working knowledge of medical terminology. * Able to perform basic mathematics for payment calculation. * Experience in requesting and processing financial payments. * Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
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