Registration Specialist

WVU Medicine

. Perform administrative and clerical duties managing patient registration and patient financial obligations .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient registration, billing processes, and medical insurance requirements while maintaining compliance with hospital policies. Exhibits strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patient Registration ManagementMedical Insurance KnowledgeAttention To DetailExcellent Communication SkillsClerical Duties

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Hard Skills

Billing SystemsMedical TerminologyData EntryPayment ProcessingPre-CertificationAuthorization ProceduresConsent Form PreparationAdvanced Beneficiary NoticesCash HandlingOrder Validation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsMultitasking AbilityInterpersonal SkillsReading ComprehensionWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Computer SoftwareFax MachinesTelephonesBusiness Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Graduate Or EquivalentState Criminal Background CheckFederal Criminal Background Check

Industry Keywords

Patient Financial ObligationsManaged Care ResponsibilitiesHealthcare ComplianceHazard Reporting ProceduresCommunicable Disease Exposure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform administrative and clerical duties managing patient registration and patient financial obligations
Obtain demographic, billing, and insurance information from patients, families, or legal guardians
Enter information into registration and billing systems for service and claim processing
Scan insurance cards and photo identification
Provide information about insurance, bill payments, and hospital procedures
Complete managed care responsibilities, including pre-certification and authorizations as needed
Prepare consent forms, privacy notices, and registration paperwork and obtain required signatures
Obtain electronic signatures for consent to treat and patient financial obligations
Collect deposits, co-payments, deductibles, and patient liability payments; issue receipts and document payments
Prepare patient identification armbands
Balance daily receipts and cash drawer and follow up on accounts flagged by the system
Initiate screenings, obtain coverage information, and complete appropriate paperwork
Perform medical necessity checks and complete Advanced Beneficiary Notices as needed
Schedule, reschedule, and cancel patients according to hospital workflows
Check order completeness and validate orders against scheduled services

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school graduate or equivalent
State criminal background check and Federal criminal background check if applicable, as required for regulated areas
Ability to accurately utilize applicable computer software and equipment for access processing and follow downtime procedures
Knowledge of procedures to report and/or document unsafe or hazardous conditions, incidents, and defective equipment in compliance with hospital policy
Considerable attention to detail and ability to stay organized and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to memorize and reference substantial information
Ability to understand medical insurance requirements for payment and basic knowledge of covered services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to understand written and verbal communication
Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping
Visual acuity within normal range
Manual dexterity to operate keyboards, fax machines, telephones, and other business equipment
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods
Reading and comprehension ability
Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to interact frequently with patients, medical staff, and support staff
Exposure to communicable disease

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment and protection from unlawful discrimination
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities