Patient Account Registrar - PRN

Job description

Overview 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. Shifts Available: Variable: Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN): Hours: Variable: Location: St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: - Competitive compensation - Medical insurance benefit plan - 401K Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): - 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 usa...