Patient Registration Clerk

Job Description

Registers patients using Meditech software. Validates healthcare coverage. Acquires required information and payment method for uninsured patients and accurately enters all required data. Creates and closes treatment records. Answers telephone. Deals with inquiries from the public, family and hospital staff. Completes various clerical tasks/audits as required. Admits patients following established protocols and collaboration with nursing unit staff regarding bed allocation. Works with accommodation staff to reassign beds as necessitated through preferred accommodations. Acquires appropriate insurance information and required signatures from patient or family members. Manages bill payment amounts and receipts for patients. Other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a similar capacity in a health care environment required or Medical Office Administration diploma from a recognized college
• Successful completion of medical terminology course required
• Advanced keyboarding and extremely accurate data entry skills required
• Minimum of 30 wpm typing speed required
• Must have experience using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook and Word
• Accurate spelling is required
• HICA (Health Information-Certified Associates) professional designation is an asset
• Able to work with minimal supervision and to prioritize work
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to diplomatically respond to physicians, staff and family inquiries in a demanding work environment
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position which involves frequent sitting, standing and reaching
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

The ideal candidate is strong in attention to detail in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require an individual who is a strong communicator, interacts with co-workers and clients with care and respect and has the ability to foster a work environment that focuses on teamwork.

Additional Information

Hours: Monday to Sunday - All shifts, weekends, holidays; hour shifts 0700-1500,1500-2300 (Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements)

Salary: $ to $ per hour

Date Posted: October 13, 2026

Internal applicants due by: October 20, 2026

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