"Registration Coordinator 1 - Float"

Scope of Position

This position is part of the Ambulatory Registration Float Pool and is responsible for supporting registration operations across all ambulatory sites within The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Due to the dynamic nature of this role, flexibility in work hours and location is essential. Staff may be scheduled at various clinic sites and must be available to work shifts ranging between 5:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., including occasional weekends and holidays, based on operational needs. Float Pool team members are expected to adapt quickly to different clinic environments, maintain high-quality service standards, and provide consistent support to ensure a seamless patient registration experience across the health system.

Revenue Cycle for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

is responsible for providing excellent customer service while processing patient demographic and insurance information efficiently and accurately. Areas within Revenue Cycle include pre-registration, registration, pre-certification, financial clearance and counseling, financial assistance, scheduling, billing, claims follow-up, customer service and cash collection. The primary responsibility of staff with Revenue Cycle is to ensure the collection of net revenue for services rendered.

Position Summary

The Registration Coordinator is an expert in product, process or service line area (physician appointment scheduling, OR/admission, full service scheduling; pre-registration and registration; insurance verification, and patient liability determination and communication). This position is responsible for providing consumers (clinical staff and patients) with accurate, up-to-date information regarding products, services and general procedures. Schedule return appointments and/or other appointments as assigned. Assures accurate appointment, demographic and insurance information is gathered to support clinical and financial needs including changes to insurance or other patient information. Provides support to physicians and consumer by coordinating their requests and satisfying their needs in one transaction. Solves routine and complex customer problems and knows where to direct customers to address specific questions. Communicates regularly with clinical staff, medical secretaries and staff within the product/service line to ensure customer and department staff needs are met. Always creates a positive first impression. Must be able to use a variety of software packages which include the Electronic Medical record, scheduling and registration systems, eligibility, document management software, and etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or GED. PC Knowledge and interpersonal, verbal, and written communication. Minimum 6 months experience in customer service or a healthcare environment.

Preferred:

Experience with using computer systems and internet navigation tools. Ability to work in several systems simultaneously. Medical terminology and third-party reimbursement experience desired. Strong problem-solving and high level of customer service skills. Able to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks in a busy environment.