Join a dedicated healthcare team as an Admitting Specialist, where your role is vital in creating a welcoming and efficient patient intake experience. You will greet and register patients with a friendly and professional demeanor, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interview and register patients promptly, maintaining a courteous tone and adhering to EMTALA guidelines.
• Input patient data accurately into the system, including emergency room arrivals, to facilitate identification and treatment consent.
• Serve as a communication bridge between patients, their families, and nursing or medical staff.
• Manage hospital switchboard operations, directing calls efficiently.
• Coordinate payment arrangements, collect deposits, and assist with financial aid or transportation for patients in need.
• Refer uninsured patients for Medicaid eligibility screening.
• Verify insurance details thoroughly, including payor information, policy numbers, and authorization requirements.
• Maintain precise registration records with detailed notes and updates as necessary.
• Assist with patient transport after proper training.
• Process in-house transfers and update hospital service codes accurately.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational values and mission.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training in medical registration or healthcare administration preferred.

Experience: Previous experience in patient registration or admissions is highly valued.

Requirements: Strong communication skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and proficiency with computer systems.

This position is based in a regional healthcare facility serving the Southern United States, offering a supportive environment where your contributions make a meaningful difference.