Pre-Registration Specialist

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare
Columbus, GA
Description

At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The shift for this role is Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00PM

  • The Admissions Clerk is responsible for performing reception, registration, and clerical duties associated with patient admissions for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room services. This role involves obtaining accurate demographic, billing, and clinical information, ensuring appropriate documentation, and maintaining communication with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the admissions process.

Essential Functions

  • Perform patient registration for scheduled and unscheduled admissions, outpatient procedures, and ER services
  • Obtain and verify patient demographic, billing, and insurance information, ensuring accuracy and completeness
  • Distribute and explain forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or their caregivers
  • Coordinate with physician offices, nursing units, and other departments to facilitate the admissions process
  • Verify insurance benefits and obtain pre-certifications/authorizations as required
  • Collect co-pays, deductibles, and other payments, and provide financial counseling referrals when necessary
  • Maintain accurate records of all patient interactions and document actions taken to resolve patient inquiries
  • Participate in call rotations as scheduled to provide coverage for the admissions desk
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies regarding patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including sanitizing telephones and workstations
  • Assist with other administrative duties as assigned by the Admissions Supervisor

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Basic knowledge of insurance verification and billing processes
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure in a high-stress environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Qualifications

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

License/Certification

  • None

Experience

  • Previous experience in a hospital or medical office setting preferred
  • Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Posted 2025-09-20

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