Admissions Specialist - Admitting ER - PRN Rotating Shifts - Full-time

Texas Health Resources10 months ago
Dallas, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an Admissions Specialist - Admitting ER on a PRN basis at Texas Health Dallas. In this role you will welcome patients and their families, collect complete demographic information, verify benefits, and ensure a seamless check-in process. This position requires flexibility as work hours are on an "as needed" variable schedule including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work location: Texas Health Dallas, 8200 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas, TX 75231

Work hours: PRN "as needed" – Variable schedule

Training: One week of system training and at least two weeks of classroom training (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–5 PM) at designated locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Welcome patients and their families, putting them at ease and setting a positive tone for their visit.
  • Accurately gather complete demographic information to maintain electronic health record integrity.
  • Identify the correct network coverage and validate healthcare benefits or pre-certifications to maximize reimbursement.
  • Educate patients and families about legal, ethical, and compliance documents and ensure proper consents are obtained.
  • Engage with patients regarding their financial obligations and accurately prepare estimates for co-payments, deposits, and balances.
  • Ensure completion of required payor and government documentation, including regulatory elements.
  • Maintain customer service and productivity guidelines as set by leadership.

Required Qualifications

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience
  • CPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Training required within 60 days of hire
  • Excellent data entry, numeric, typing, and computer navigational skills with strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency in medical terminology, Epic, Microsoft Office, and assorted software programs
  • Exceptional listening, interpersonal, and communication skills with a professional telephone manner
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful and emotionally charged situations
  • High level of empathy and dedication to delivering outstanding customer service
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while effectively escalating concerns to leadership

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2 years of professional office/healthcare experience
  • CHAA – Certified Healthcare Access Associate upon hire

Benefits & Perks

  • 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Discount Programs, among other benefits
  • Opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care
  • Strong Unit Based Council (UBC)
  • Supportive team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth

Required Skills

Data Entry
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Medical Terminology
Attention to Detail
Crisis Prevention Intervention Training
Healthcare Benefits Verification
Epic Systems
Interpersonal Communication
Critical Thinking