Overview
Patient Access Clerk,Registration / Admitting
Job Type:PRN,VariableShift
Performs receptionist, registration, and clerical duties associated with direct and scheduled patient admissions.
Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:
* Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
* Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.
* Meets with patient or patient’s caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.
* Communicates with admitting physician’s office, nursing unit staff, and/or otherappropriate personnelregardingadmission to exchange necessary information anddetermineplacement.
* Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorizationas necessary.Determinesand accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.
Benefits Include:
* Competitive Pay
* Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) forfull-time/part-time employees
* Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
* 401(k) plan with company matchfor full-time/part-time employees
* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants
*Minimum Education*
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience:
â–¡ Preferred X Required
*Required Skills*
Knowledge of Medical Terminology / Insurance:
X Preferred â–¡ Required
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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**Organization:** **Starr Regional Medical Center*
**Title:** *Patient Access Clerk – PRN*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Athens*
**Requisition ID:** *7412-7120*
