Patient Admissions

Join Gunnison Valley Hospital as a Patient Admissions specialist in Gunnison, Sanpete County, where you'll serve as a first point of contact that shapes every patient's experience with our healthcare facility. This full-time role is essential to our hospital operations, combining patient care coordination with administrative expertise to ensure smooth check-ins and accurate patient records.

About This Position

As a Patient Admissions professional at Gunnison Valley Hospital, you'll be the welcoming face patients encounter when they arrive for care. This full-time position plays a critical role in our Gunnison location, bridging patient needs with healthcare operations. You'll manage admissions workflows, handle patient inquiries, and contribute to collections processes that keep our hospital running smoothly. Your work directly influences patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.

What You'll Do

• Register patients and collect complete demographic and insurance information at admission
• Verify patient eligibility and insurance coverage before services are rendered
• Process patient payments, explain billing, and answer financial questions with professionalism
• Respond to phone inquiries from patients and families about admissions, billing, and hospital information
• Enter and maintain accurate patient data in hospital systems with meticulous attention to detail
• Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow through the admissions process
• Handle patient records and documentation following HIPAA compliance requirements

What You Bring

• Strong communication skills and a genuine, personable approach to patient interaction
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Comfort with healthcare software systems and electronic medical records (EMR)
• Customer service experience in a healthcare, administrative, or office setting
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and healthcare billing concepts (preferred)
• Professional demeanor and commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality

Working at Gunnison Valley Hospital

Gunnison Valley Hospital is a vital healthcare provider serving the Sanpete County community. We're committed to fostering a collaborative workplace where team members take pride in supporting patient care and one another. Working in Gunnison means being part of a dedicated healthcare team focused on the health and wellbeing of our region.

Applying for This Role

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