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Patient Account Registrar
Company : Huntington Beach Hospital
Location : Huntington Beach, CA, 92647
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Huntington Beach Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Founded in 1967, Huntington Beach Hospital is a 131-bed acute-care community hospital. As the only hospital in Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach Hospital is proud to be the community hospital serving the residents of Huntington Beach and the surrounding area for the past 50 years. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, and with nearly 200 physicians and more than 400 healthcare and other professionals on staff, our team is committed to providing outstanding service in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Learn more at https://www.hbhospital.org/.
Responsibilities
The Patient Account Registrar interviews the patient or his/her representative to obtain patient demographics. This position also secures insurance information, eligibility, benefits and authorizations as applicable. Works closely with all facets of the Admitting department including PBX operator function and reception areas. Must be able to operate a computer to input and retrieve data. Ability to communicate with the population served, utilizing age specific techniques from neonatal, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle adult to geriatrics. Maintain proficiency in medical terminology. Special projects or other assignments may be given with expectations to be completed in a specified timeframe.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
Pay Transparency
Huntington Beach Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $21.00 to $25.53. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Part Time < 60Shift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Privacy Notice
Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
Frequently asked questions
Huntington Beach's growing healthcare sector boosts the need for Patient Account Registrars, especially at community hospitals like Huntington Beach Hospital. The city's population and local healthcare needs create steady openings, making it a promising spot for those seeking patient registration jobs in Southern California.
While formal certification isn't mandatory, familiarity with California's healthcare regulations and proficiency in medical terminology can give candidates an edge. Employers in Huntington Beach often value experience with insurance verification and patient demographic systems tailored to state requirements.
In this role, you’ll gather patient demographics, verify insurance details, and coordinate with admitting and reception teams. Effective communication across all age groups and accuracy in data entry are crucial to ensure smooth patient access and billing processes.
Top registrars excel in multitasking, have strong problem-solving abilities, and maintain updated knowledge of medical terminology. They also demonstrate empathy and clear communication, enabling seamless interactions with diverse patient populations.
Experience in patient account registration can pave the way toward roles like Patient Account Manager, Medical Billing Specialist, or Health Information Administrator. Developing expertise in healthcare systems and patient access operations opens doors to administrative and managerial positions.
Huntington Beach Hospital offers tuition reimbursement and encourages ongoing education, helping registrars enhance skills in medical terminology and healthcare administration. Their community-focused environment fosters collaboration and continuous learning opportunities.
Registrars here handle diverse patient demographics, requiring adaptability to age-specific communication styles. Balancing insurance verification with sensitive patient interactions in a busy acute-care setting demands accuracy and compassion.
With compensation estimated between $21.00 and $25.53 per hour, Huntington Beach Hospital offers competitive wages aligned with regional standards. This range reflects local cost of living and the specialized skill set required for patient registration jobs in healthcare.
This role at Huntington Beach Hospital emphasizes community service and compassionate care within a fully accredited facility. The hospital's long-standing local presence and supportive team culture enhance job satisfaction beyond typical administrative duties.
Committed to equal employment opportunity, the hospital strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected categories. This inclusive approach creates a respectful workplace where diversity in patient registration staff is valued.