Job Description

As a Registrar at Mat-Su Urgent Care you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

 

Job Summary

The Outpatient Registrar is responsible for accurately registering patients for outpatient services, verifying insurance and demographic information, collecting payments, and ensuring all required documentation is completed. This role plays a key part in the patient experience by providing courteous, efficient service and facilitating a smooth check-in process. The Outpatient Registrar collaborates with clinical departments, providers, and insurance representatives to support accurate billing and timely patient care.

Essential Functions

Registers patients for outpatient services, entering accurate demographic and insurance information into the registration system.Verifies insurance eligibility and coverage, assigns appropriate insurance plan codes, and ensures documentation is complete.Collects patient payments, co-pays, and deposits, and discusses financial responsibility and payment options with self-pay patients as needed.Screens for medical necessity using Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) tools and distributes ABNs and other designated forms as appropriate.Reads and interprets physician orders to determine appropriate registration workflows.Obtains required signatures on consent and authorization forms, explaining each form to the patient or family member.Documents when a patient is unable to sign and follows procedures for nursing or family sign-off.Notifies ancillary departments or providers of patient arrival and follows up to prevent unnecessary delays.Prepares and organizes paperwork to support accurate processing and efficient retrieval of patient visit records.Places identification armbands on patients to ensure accurate identification during care.Secures and logs patient valuables upon request or admission.Maintains courteous and professional interactions with patients, families, and staff to ensure a positive experience.Performs other duties as assigned.Maintains regular and reliable attendance.Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience in a customer service role required0-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting including patient registration, medical office scheduling, or front desk/admissions preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of outpatient registration workflows, insurance verification, and medical necessity screening.Proficiency in registration systems, insurance portals, and office software.Strong communication and customer service skills.Ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.Ability to read and interpret physician orders and medical documentation.Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality practices.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.