Job Description

The Schegistrar schedules, registers, verifies pre-authorization and referrals are on file, confirms and maintains patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries and/or medical consultations for VCUHS.

The Schegistrar accurately obtains required information for hospital and physician records, governmental requirements, billing and third-party payer needs. This position also provides courteous and efficient services to patients and accurately documents/verifies patient pre-registration information in a professional and timely manner with the care team.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED:
Strong customer service skills and patients/customer centered focus in positive manner in all situations
Experience PREFERRED:
Minimum of two (2) years previous experience with third party medical insurance, HMO and managed care Previous experience with CPT and ICD-10 coding Work experience using GE/IDX, Cerner
Education/training REQUIRED: (Note: work experience may be considered in lieu of credentials not required by law with HR approval.
Work experience must be specific to role) High School Diploma or Equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Associate Degree in Business Management or closely related field from an accredited program
Post high school education in healthcare or medical billing coursework
Independent action(s) required:
Assist VCUHS Patient Revenue Cycle Department with obtaining maximum and timely reimbursement
Provides patients with appropriate information regarding VCUHS policy and procedures, and directs them to appropriate nursing units or ancillary service locations.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
May be required to work hours past normal shift hours, as necessary, to resolve backlog or to contact patients for registration data
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Other: Prolonged Keyboard Usage
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Other: Concentrate/Focus
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

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