The Daily Planet
Location
Richmond, Virginia
The Central Registrar manages and oversees the patient registration process, ensuring accurate data entry into electronic health records while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and institutional policies. This role involves coordinating with various departments to facilitate seamless patient flow and serving as a central point of contact for registration inquiries.
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, though an associate degree in a related field is preferred, along with at least one year of experience in patient registration or medical records management. Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and excellent organizational and communication skills are mandatory.
The full-time Central Registrar plays a pivotal role in managing and maintaining accurate patient records within a healthcare setting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies. This position is responsible for overseeing the registration process, coordinating with various departments to facilitate seamless patient check-in. The Central Registrar ensures that all patient information is accurately entered into electronic health record systems, safeguarding data integrity and confidentiality. By serving as a central point of contact for patient registration inquiries, this role supports both clinical and administrative teams to optimize patient flow and enhance the overall patient experience. Ultimately, the Central Registrar contributes to the efficient operation of healthcare services by maintaining meticulous records and supporting compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.
The Central Registrar utilizes strong organizational skills daily to manage large volumes of patient data accurately and efficiently, ensuring that all records are complete and compliant with healthcare regulations. Effective communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, healthcare providers, and administrative teams to clarify registration details and resolve issues promptly. Proficiency with electronic health record systems enables the registrar to input, update, and retrieve patient information seamlessly, supporting clinical decision-making and billing processes. Analytical skills are applied when conducting audits and identifying discrepancies in patient records, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance. Additionally, leadership and training abilities may be employed to mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable registration team.
At our organization, we believe that caring for our community begins with caring for our team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth.
include competitive health, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; 4–6 weeks of paid time off based on years of service; 8 paid holidays and paid site-closure days; employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for eligible dependents; and a continuing education (CEU) allowance for applicable roles to support ongoing learning and impact. Select positions are also eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment program.
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