ER Registrar (PRN)

About the role

The ER Registrar manages patient intake and registration processes in the Emergency Department, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of patient records while delivering high-quality customer service to patients and their families. This role supports efficient department operations through accurate documentation, insurance verification, and communication across clinical and administrative teams.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner, ensuring a positive first impression.
• Register patients for emergency services, obtaining all required personal, insurance, and medical information.
• Verify patient identification and insurance details, updating patient records as needed.
• Obtain patient or family signatures on necessary consent authorization forms, explaining each consent prior to signing.
• Verify insurance coverage and eligibility, capturing all necessary information for billing purposes.
• Collect patient co-pays or deductibles when applicable and inform patients of financial obligations.
• Assist patients with understanding insurance requirements and resolve insurance-related questions.
• Document reasons if a patient or family member signs consent forms on behalf of the patient, including nursing sign-off when required.
• Verify insurance and identify proper insurance plan codes to ensure accurate and prompt payment.
• Compile necessary paperwork for quick retrieval and processing of patient visits.
• Place an armband on each patient before they leave the department to ensure proper identification throughout their stay.
• Notify department or physicians of patient arrival and follow up if the patient waits for an extended period.
• Maintain communication with key personnel during emergency codes and alert the facility when emergency plans are in place.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education or training in medical office administration or healthcare administration preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, including patient registration, medical office scheduling, or front desk/admissions required.
• 0-2 years of customer service experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of insurance verification and basic medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and registration software.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Effective interpersonal skills to work with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress or emergency situations.