Patient Registration Rep

OverviewSt. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is a recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional 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/StJohnsRegional.Responsibilities

Greet patient and visitor and provide excellent customer service.

Accurately and efficiently register patients for medical services including verifying patient information and insurance coverage.

Obtain necessary information such as medical history medications allergies and other related information from patients and ensure that all information is entered correctly into the electronic health record

Assist patient in filling out necessary paperwork

Collect copays and outstanding balances at the time of service and provide patients with receipts

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient receive the appropriate care.

keywords: admitting patient registration customer service insurance billing hospital healthcare.Qualifications

High School diploma GED or equivalent.

Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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 preferred.

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.

Knowledge of charity care programs as well as the various government and non-government programs preferred.

Pay Range$24.09 - $30.26 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.