Clerk- Registration I PRN

Description

06445 Registration Clerk STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description 3.31.2017

Performs receptionist, registration, and clerical duties associated with direct and scheduled patient admissions.

Reports to: Director of Business Office

FLSA: Non-exempt

Grade: 3

EEO: • 01 Officials and Managers • 02 Professionals • 03 Technicians • 04 Sales Workers X 05 Administrative Support Workers • 06 Craft Workers • 07 Operatives • 08 Laborers and Helpers • 09 Service Workers

Essential Functions ?

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 other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.

Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.

Qualifications

Job Requirements ?

Minimum Education

X High school diploma or equivalent Required

Required Skills

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.

Required Skills

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) • Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) • Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) • Other__________________________ • Other_________________________ "can be obtained within first 30 days of employment"

Required Skills

Licenses:

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