Washington Hospital Careers

Description

Salary Range
$29.36 - $36.51 plus applicable per diem differential

Job Description
Under the direction of the Admitting Manager, responsible for gathering, completing, identifying and screening all patients for information related to an admission or registration. In doing so, coordinates with hospital personnel to maximize pre-registration of patient data and referring appropriate information to the Financial Counselor for follow-up. Correctly identifies insurance data in the HIS system to insure proper billing information is documented. Gathers all government mandated statistical information via screening forms and specific data fields within the HIS system. Collects necessary deposits and/or co-payment at the time of, or before the patient is registered. Gathers all necessary signatures on all required forms. Interacts in a professional and courteous manner with staff members and public at large.

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required. 

Education Requirements
 

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Completion of college level medical terminology course, preferred.

Work Experience
 

• Six months to one year minimum on the job experience necessary in order to acquire familiarity with admission/registration procedures and record keeping requirements
• Understanding of insurance coverage and medical terminology for accurate recording of patient medical and financial information.

Skills & Abilities
 

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to exercise appropriate decision in determining follow-up actions.
• Work effectively under changing work assignments throughout Admissions/Registration.
• Able to remain calm in situations involving emergencies, hostility or heavy workload.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently as well as function effectively in a team environment.
• Typing speed 25 wpm, required.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in Windows Operating System and Windows based programs, required.
• Internet skills desired, desired.

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