PAS Registration Coordinator

Salem Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Salem
81 Highland Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2025
Summary Responsible for overseeing the patient registration process, ensuring accurate and efficient collection of patient demographic and insurance information Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Coordinate and oversee the patient registration process, ensuring timely and accurate collection of patient information. -Verify insurance coverage for patients and ensure accurate and complete documentation of insurance information. -Coordinate patient admissions in collaboration with healthcare providers, nurses, and other relevant staff. -Provide financial counseling to patients, explaining insurance coverage, billing processes, and payment options. -Provide support to a team of registration staff, providing guidance, training, and support. -Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations, including privacy laws. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in healthcare registration or patient accounts. 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of healthcare registration processes, insurance verification, and billing procedures. - Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - Attention to detail and accuracy in gathering and documenting patient information. - Problem-solving and analytical skills to address registration issues and resolve patient concerns. - Proficiency in using healthcare software systems, electronic health records, and registration software. - Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive patient experience. Physical Requirements Standing Occasionally (3-33%) Walking Occasionally (3-33%) Sitting Constantly (67-100%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%) Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Occasionally (3-33%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%) Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.