REGISTRATION CLERK - FT 2pm - 10:30pm (59508)

## Registration Clerk

POSITION SUMMARY

The admitting department personnel are directly responsible for pre-admissions, insurance verification and registration of all inpatient and outpatient procedures. Also responsible for the hospital switchboard.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITIES

Arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients and admission of individuals who have hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. Ensure that the patient information is collected and are aware of patient-related hospital policies and procedures. Interviews incoming patient representatives and enters information required into computer database. Distributes appropriate information to ancillary departments. Answers the switchboard in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel/patient or family member. Communicates appropriately and clearly to supervisor, nurses, coworkers, and physicians.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accept and post payments
• Credit Card payments

Pre-Admit/Patients

• Assist Private Pay Patient with DSH application
• Medicare patients to be reviewed for Medical Necessity
• When registering a patient review for correct and appropriate demographic and insurance information

Billing Information

Balance cash drawer

Mail

• Check and stock supplies as needed
• Shred unneeded personal information
• Cleaning of office
• Other duties as assigned by Registration Supervisor, Director of Patient Financial Services, or Chief Financial Officer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Might have to remain seated for long periods of time, some walking required for errands.
• Some light lifting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Well-lit, ventilated office within the hospital
## Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

• High School graduate or equivalent work experience including ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology.
• Ability to interact and communicate with the public in a positive manner.
• Ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.
• Basic computer knowledge.