Patient Account Registrar

Overview Shifts Available:  Variable  Employment Type:  Per Diem (PD/PRN)  Hours:  Variable  Location:  St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO  We are seeking a  Patient Account Registrar,  sometimes referred to as a Hospital Admission Representative. The Patient Account Registrar collects and verifies patient demographic and insurance information while ensuring eligibility, benefits, and authorizations are accurately obtained. The Patient Account Registrar collaborates closely with the Admitting team and communicates effectively with patients across all age groups. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.  Responsibilities Coordinate with nursing staff, case managers, and physicians to assign beds for incoming patients based on medical needs, availability, and urgency  Monitor bed occupancy and status in real-time using hospital information systems  act as a liaison between various hospital departments to facilitate smooth patient transfers and optimize bed usage  Update patient data in the hospital’s electronic medical record (EMR) system to reflect admissions, discharges, and transfers accurately  Run reports and analyze bed utilization trends to support hospital operations  Qualifications Previous hospital experience as an admissions representative preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines Analytical and problem-solving skills Customer Services experience required High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires) Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:    Competitive compensation   Medical insurance benefit plan  401K   Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/   #LI-TK1 Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf