Patient Access Clerk
Athens, Tennessee
Description
Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Patient Access Clerk for our Registration/Admitting Department. This job is permanent, full-time.
Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:
Benefits Include:
Qualifications
Minimum EducationHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience: • Preferred X Required
Required SkillsKnowledge of Medical Terminology / Insurance:X Preferred • 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.
Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Patient Access Clerk for our Registration/Admitting Department. This job is permanent, full-time.
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 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.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Pay
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Qualifications
Minimum EducationHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience: • Preferred X Required
Required SkillsKnowledge of Medical Terminology / Insurance:X Preferred • 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.
Created: 2024-09-22
Reference: 7412-6709
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Athens
About Lifepoint Health
Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000
Website: https://lifepointhealth.net/
Career site: https://lifepointhealth.jobs.net/
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