Patient Registration Coordinator

Patient Registration Coordinator

Duties And Responsibilities

• Greet and assist all individuals entering the treatment center.
• Maintain an organized waiting area.
• Verify patient identification and program participation.
• Inform patients and staff about financial status.
• Collect and account for patient fees, including copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Verify insurance eligibility and authorization.
• Communicate insurance status to patients and assist in resolving concerns.
• Perform weekly and monthly insurance eligibility checks.
• Ensure security of clinic funds and provide financial reports.
• Absorb general clerical tasks and filing.
• Cover reception desk during dispensing hours, answer phones, set appointments, and schedule intakes.
• Manage admissions and discharges in the Central Registry and submit required reports.
• Absorb census forms and caseload listings.
• Maintain and order office supplies.
• Run work-related errands such as mailing and bank deposits.
• Create and type documents as needed.
• Schedule patient appointments with the physician.
• Report job-related issues to the Program Director.
• Maintain chart monitoring system.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs as directed.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to discuss patient issues.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a general office clerk with basic math, accounting skills, and cash handling experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience in front desk, admissions, billing, and/or collections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Accurate data entry and basic keyboarding skills.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to enforce fee collection policies.
• Basic computer/word processing skills.
• Knowledge and use of typical office equipment (calculator, fax machine, copier, computer, telephone, postage meter, scales, scanner, and computer programs).
• Knowledge of basic math, accounting, and accounts receivable.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Ability to communicate effectively by phone or in person.
• Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screens, and forms.
• Manual dexterity for operating keyboard, copier, telephone, and calculator.
• Ability to write phone messages and receipts.
• Variable workload with periodic high stress and activity levels.
• Standard medical office conditions and environments.
• Interactions with patients who may be ill, have infectious diseases, mental health diagnoses, or criminal justice involvement.
• Prolonged keyboarding.

Why Join BHG?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs.
• Investment in Your Growth: Prioritize your development with role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance. Enjoy tuition reimbursement and 401K plan with discretionary match.
• Recognition and Rewards: Experience competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee Perks: Access exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options, and benefit from our Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.