What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registrar position at Bluegrass Community Hospital?
Bluegrass Community Hospital
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Bluegrass Community Hospital prides itself in the relationships we build with our patients and developing an environment committed to quality ensuring the health and safety of our employees. Licensed as a critical access hospital, we offer a broad range of inpatient, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services.
Where We Are:
Known for our picturesque countryside, rock lined fences and world class bike trails, zip line, horse & hiking trails, Versailles provides an unforgettable experience of life in the Bluegrass. Here you will find eclectic shops and antiques, delicious restaurants, regionally acclaimed community theater and many seasonal festivals giving Versailles the small town feel you want with the urban access you need.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Options for accident, critical illness, long-term, short-term and hospital indemnity insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional development opportunities
- Free Parking
- And much more…
Position Summary:
Collects patient demographic and insurance information for outpatient services. Collects insurance, co-pay, and deductibles at Point of Service. Quickly and efficiently expedites the registration process. Provides a positive first impression of the hospital to the public.
Minimum Education / Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent, Preferred
Required Skills / Essential Functions:
- Ability to problem-solve effectively and handle stress in positive manner
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.-
- Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.-
- Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.
- Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.-
- Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.
- Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. –
- Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up
- Maintain harmonious relationships with nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital administration and all hospital departments
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Handle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually.
EEOC Statement:
Bluegrass Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.