Completes registration of patients into the computer system in an accurate and efficient manner. Registers and processes all patients for services in the Emergency and Trauma Departments. After hours and on weekends, is responsible for registering Radiology, Laboratory and Physical Therapy patients. Completes patient paperwork, including Advance Directives, Consent Forms, Medical Screening Form and Medicare Rights. Processes and responds to telephone inquiries, monitors emergency communication s... more details
Organization:
EMC - Eden Medical Center
Position Overview:
Completes registration of patients into the computer system in an accurate and efficient manner. Registers and processes all patients for services in the Emergency and Trauma Departments. After hours and on weekends, is responsible for registering Radiology, Laboratory and Physical Therapy patients. Completes patient paperwork, including Advance Directives, Consent Forms, Medical Screening Form and Medicare Rights. Processes and responds to telephone inquiries, monitors emergency communication services and initiates emergency response system to codes. Correctly identifies and routes callers and provides assistance and resources for inquiries.
Job Description:
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Registers all inpatient admissions into the computer and distributes required documents to nursing stations immediately during the hours that the Admitting department is closed.
Reviews registration documents to ensure accuracy of account numbers on bar coded labels and patient ID plates.
Accurately records patient payments and reconciles daily cash.
Pulls charts for the Medical Records Department for patients who register for ED and trauma services during the hours when the Medical Records Department is closed.
Answers inquiries form patients, their families and the public by telephone and in person. Directs the appropriately.
Processes and responds to telephone inquiries, monitors emergency communication services and initiates emergency response system to codes. Correctly identifies and routes callers and provides assistance and resources for inquiries.
Identifies correct resources for issues so as to correctly direct calls for patients, family members, other providers. Is
familiar with all aspects and services provided at the specific facility.
Registers and processes all patients for services in the Emergency and Trauma Departments. After hours and on weekends, is responsible for registering Radiology, Laboratory and Physical Therapy patients. Completes patient paperwork, including Advance Directives, Consent Forms, Medical Screening Form and Medicare Rights.
Explains financial requirements to the patient or responsible party and collects deposits or deductibles as required after the patient has been screened of all emergency conditions by RN.
Compiles and distributed information regarding patients’ personal insurance and financial status. Provide appropriate photocopies and accurately completed forms to billing and other departments. Phones PMD and/or HMO for appropriate authorization as needed.
Registers all inpatient admissions into the computer and distributes required documents to nursing stations immediately during the hours that the Admitting department is closed.
Reviews registration documents to ensure accuracy of account numbers on bar coded labels and patient ID plates.
Accurately records patient payments and reconciles daily cash.
Pulls charts for the Medical Records Department for patients who register for ED and trauma services during the hours when the Medical Records Department is closed.
Answers inquiries form patients, their families and the public by telephone and in person. Directs the appropriately.
Processes and responds to telephone inquiries, monitors emergency communication services and initiates emergency response system to codes. Correctly identifies and routes callers and provides assistance and resources for inquiries.
Identifies correct resources for issues so as to correctly direct calls for patients, family members, other providers. Is
familiar with all aspects and services provided at the specific facility
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
Medical transcription experience preferred
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Compose letters/memorandums
Input data into computer programs
Proofread documents
Research information
Transcribe dictated documents
Word Processing
PC skills, specifically, WP 5.1, DOS
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Part Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Friday
Weekend Requirements:
Every Weekend
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
Yes
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
24
Employee Status:
Limited Term (Fixed Term)
Number of Openings:
1
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $28.11 to $35.60 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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