Patient Access Clerk (Admissions) Per-Diem

Summary: Interviews patients/representatives to obtain and verify identifying information to generate an admission record; operates computer and telephone systems; performs other related duties as assigned. Responsibilities: Performs admitting duties in accordance with established procedures. Interviews patient/representative to obtain required patient information; verifies accuracy of existing information. Explains consent and insurance forms; obtains patient/representative signatures. Appropriately completes MSP questionnaire with all Medicare patients, obtaining retirement dates and accident information. Obtains accident information for all patients when appropriate, including location of accident, responsible party, and med-pay/liability insurance information. Enters new physician information, if not currently in the system; ensures information is accurate and complete. Requests pre-payment from self-pay patients and informs patients of discounts. Collects co-payments when applicable. Completes temporary registrations and verifies accuracy of information in the system. Reviews after hours registrations for accuracy. Pre-registers patients for outpatient testing, including Laboratory and Imaging. Performs bedside registration in the Emergency Department, in accordance with EMTALA regulations. Identifies/corrects duplicate profiles in the computer system. Processes Medical Group Lab orders. Collects, verifies, updates and runs daily census. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: High school graduate or equivalency. Demonstrated computer skills. Courses in medical terminology and/or related experience preferred. Skills/Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Physical Requirements: Work is of light demand. Routine lifting requirements of up to 25 pounds. Able to push/pull computer on wheels. Standing, sitting, walking, bending, and reaching required. Works inside. Benefits: Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program #J-18808-Ljbffr Jersey Community Hospital