Patient Access Clerk - Emergency Department Tues-Sat 3p-11p

Company: Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.
Location: Hutchinson
Posted on: September 4, 2020

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Obtains all necessary demographic information, insurance eligibility verification, assignments and signatures to admit/pre admit patients to the facility while meeting all State and Federal guidelines while maintaining a 98% national accuracy rate.* Alerts Financial Counselor of private pay or doubtful credit/insurance patients.* Distributes admission paperwork in a timely manner to appropriate departments/staff.* Transports patients as needed.* Serves patients newborn through geriatric.* Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).* Collects co pays, co-ins and deductible amounts per our insurance eligibility program and contracts.* Takes patient payments on accounts and complete daily deposits.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:* Basic clerical, computer and keyboarding skills.* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:* N/AREQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:* Integrity:* A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.* The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System* Compassion:* A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.* Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.* Accountability:* Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.* Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.* Respect:* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.* Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.* Excellence:* Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.* Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.* Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.* Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:* High School diploma or GED.* Previous clerical and computer experience.PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:* Medical Terminology.REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:* N/APREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:* N/AWe offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.

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