Registrar, Emergency Services (NIGHTS) - Patient Access, PT

JOB SUMMARY

Accurate entry of patient demographic and third party payer information into the hospital information system (HIS) to create a compliant patient medical record and to maximize third party reimbursement for all patient types. Performs bedside registration in a timely manner. Facilitates admitting registration. Independently operate the hospital switchboard, including facilitating all hospital codes, monitors, and alarms. Adheres to organizations policies and procedures; regulatory/accrediting body requirements, and professional practice standards.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurate entry of patient demographic and third party payer information into the HIS.

• Accurate entry of patient demographics and testing information into the scheduling system.

• Distinguish patient types and perform accurate registration process for the specific type.
• Timely distribution of patient information.
• Maintain accurate statistical information.
• Facilitate admitting registration.
• Offers resources to patients or their representative in need of financial assistance.
• Screens self-pay patients for the hospital financial program.
• Investigate and resolve all returned mail.
• Independently operates switchboard, facilitating all calls, codes, and alarms.
• Monitors security cameras.
• Collection of co-pays
• Comply with all local and state federal regulations.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for individual knowledge, skills, performance and behavior in accordance with hospital, division and department standards of care and policies and procedures.
• Utilizes measures to promote and maintain patient, visitor and personnel safety.
• Maintains patient, employee, physician and organization confidentiality; respects the rights, privacy and property of others.
• Supports the mission, values and vision of the organization.