Patient Registration Specialist

Shift: 8-Hour Weekends: Yes On Call Requirement: No Days: Sunday -- Saturday Hours per Pay Period: 48 Hours Biweekly Functioning within the Health System's mission, values, objectives, policies and procedures, the Patient Registration Specialist is responsible for accurate scheduling (including but not limited to outpatient radiology, laboratory, endoscopy, and pre-admission/operation testing) and registration of patients through interviewing, registering, screening for charity eligibility, verifying medical necessity, interpreting physician orders, and collecting the patient portion of monies due the facility for hospital services. S/he greets and provides information to patients for outpatient and inpatient services; works with escort service to provide safe and appropriate patient transportation. The Patient Registration Specialist completes all necessary forms and records; ensures completion of accurate billing information to patient accounts; and balances cash drawer at the end of each shift. S/he works collaboratively with team members, including Physician Office staff, to meet customer needs and ensure LMHS' goals and objectives for quality service and patient satisfaction are met. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary coursework in medical terminology and/or computer skills is preferred Licensure/Certification: BLS Required Experience: []{style="color: rgba "}