Registrar

Description Join Parkview Regional Hospital in Mexia, TX, a 49-bed, acute-care facility providing services that include medical/surgical care, rehabilitation, and emergency care. Parkview Regional keeps quality healthcare close to home, with a focus on maintaining and growing quality primary and specialty care services. At Parkview, you’ll work in a hospital empowered by system support yet rooted in community impact. Job Summary The Patient Access Registrar is responsible for coordinating patient registration, insurance verification, and financial clearance processes to ensure accurate and timely patient access to services. This role involves collecting patient information, verifying insurance eligibility, securing pre-certifications, and collecting payments while maintaining exceptional customer service standards in an acute care hospital setting. Essential Functions Register patients for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services, ensuring the accuracy of demographic and financial information. Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorization requirements for scheduled services. Provide patients with information on financial obligations, including co-pays, deductibles, and payment options. Collect and document payments, issue receipts, and balance cash drawers daily. Communicate with clinical staff, physician offices, and ancillary departments to facilitate patient admissions and appointments. Distribute and explain forms, documents, and educational materials to patients and family members. Respond to patient inquiries regarding registration, insurance, and billing processes.Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines in handling patient information. Document all patient interactions and update electronic medical records as required. Assist with rescheduling and managing patient appointments as needed. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. Basic knowledge of insurance verification and medical terminology. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under stressful situations. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role (Preferred). Licenses/Certifications None required Experience 1+ years in a healthcare registration, scheduling, or patient access setting (Preferred) Prior Experience with medical terminology and insurance verification (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr