Admitting & Surgical Registrar

Admitting & Surgical Registrar

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety, including a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Our worksite wellness program was recently recognized as one of the top fifty such programs nationally. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

Pay range : $20.25-$22.07

Job Summary :

Responsible for patient centered screening, and accurate and complete capture of demographic and visit information. Prepares patient for financial obligations, including deductibles and co-pays payable at the point of service according to insurance and payments requirements, and policies, and collects same at time of admission for out-patient services. Prepares / assembles all necessary paperwork prior to the patient’s arrival. Completes status transfers (inpatient and observation) in real time and as requested, and bed assignments as requested by the clinical units. Promptly fields and / or directs incoming calls, responds to patient and / or staff inquiries; practices proficient customer-service skills by greeting and treating all patients and staff with respect and discretion as well as conflict resolution. Supports the system by providing excellent customer service, demonstrating professional communication on the phone and in face-to-face customer contact, problem-solving, and functioning as a team member to other staff. May float to emergency department or DI registration at any location.

Minimum Qualifications :

Superb customer service, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills; basic knowledge of EHR programs, medical terminology; various payer regulations and contracts; efficient time management skills and ability to multi-task; excellent writing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; exceptional organizational, planning, coordinating and collaborating skills; strong understanding and comfort level with computer system. Minimum three (3) years registration experience.

Success Factors :

Ability to lead a team and interact within all levels of the organization as well as with external contacts. Demonstrates strong organization and time management skills. Strong knowledge of admitting functions and bed management as well as health care coding systems, third party insurance and insurance verifications. Knowledge of medical terminology with the ability to read medical orders and notes. Knowledge of billing process and reimbursement through various payer regulations. Understands and utilizes various electronic, web based, and manual coding resources. Responsible for evaluating, processing, and resolving complaints in accordance with policy and procedure. Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong customer service skills. Strong analytical and clinical problem-solving skills. Knowledge of analytics, metrics, and an ability to interpret data.

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