Req Number 120825Job Description
Performs patient registration duties at time of appointment:
Greets patients and collects required demographic, insurance and referral information.
Enters data into department computer system.
Obtains appropriate signatures on medical, legal and financial forms.
Verifies insurance coverage, referral and pre-certification information with third party carriers for scheduled appointment/procedure.
Provides patients with pertinent information related to appointment and benefits coverage/financial responsibility.
Directs patients to appropriate areas following registration.
Reviews patient registration records to ensure accuracy of demographic, insurance and financial information, as required.
Performs various receptionist duties and maintains reception area.
Responds to and resolves patient questions and issues, as needed. Informs management of complex registration issues, as needed.
Collects and distributes needed information, records and reports, as required.
Performs related duties as required
Job ResponsibilityJob Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Previous customer service experience, required.
Working knowledge of computer applications, required.
Data entry skills (80 keystrokes per minute), required.
Medical terminology knowledge, preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $24.90-$27.31/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.