Admission Registration Specialist

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit:
Rush Medical Center

Hospital:
Rush University Medical Center

Department:
Patient Access-Pre-Visit

Work Type:
Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule:

8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

The Registration Specialist I is responsible for reviewing patient registration for all types of admissions to ensure patient and guarantor demographic and insurance information is complete and current with each patient visit. The Registration Specialist I will assist patients with understanding their insurance options and collecting patient financial responsibilities. The Registration Specialist I will perform all functions in a courteous and respectful manner, advocating for the patient’s best interest and wellbeing.

Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 0-1 year of experience
• Must have a basic understanding of the core Microsoft suite offerings (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listing skills.
• Basic keyboarding skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential
• Team oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
• Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently, and accurately in a multi-tasking complex, fast paced and challenging department.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Associates Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• Experience with in a hospital or clinic environment, a health insurance company, managed care organization or other health care financial service setting, performing medical claims processing, financial counseling, financial clearance, accounting, or customer service.
• Knowledge of insurance and governmental programs, regulations, and billing processes e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability, Champus, Supplemental Security Income Disability, etc., managed care contracts and coordination of benefits is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferable.

Physical Demands:

Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

With a high degree of accuracy collects, verifies and enters into Epic the patient's demographic, employer, financial, emergency contact, insurance, subscriber and case-specific information, such as referring physician and diagnosis.

• Consistently has patient sign and scan all necessary documents for completion of the admission process; consent, , insurance card, MIMS, OBS, COB, etc.
• Consistently and accurately obtains and interpret the patient's insurance benefits and possess the ability to…