Admission Access Clerk - Patient Services

Admission Access Clerk - Patient Services

Join a dedicated healthcare team as an Admission Access Clerk, where you will play a vital role in admitting, pre-admitting, and transferring patients within a busy medical facility located in the Central Plains region of the United States. This position requires a warm, customer-focused approach to ensure a smooth and respectful patient experience from newborns to geriatric individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and verify all necessary demographic and insurance information to admit or pre-admit patients, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while maintaining a high accuracy rate.
• Coordinate with financial counselors regarding private pay or insurance concerns.
• Distribute admission paperwork promptly to relevant departments and staff.
• Assist with patient transport as needed.
• Collect co-pays, coinsurance, and deductibles according to insurance contracts and eligibility verification.
• Process patient payments and complete daily deposits.
• Adhere strictly to privacy and security regulations concerning Protected Health Information (PHI).

Education and Experience

No formal education or prior experience is strictly required; however, familiarity with medical terminology and previous clerical or computer experience is preferred.

Skills and Requirements

• Basic clerical, computer, and keyboarding skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence in customer service.
• Ability to manage conflict, adapt to changing priorities, and work autonomously.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse populations.
• Capability to lead and facilitate process improvements and coach others.

This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, providing a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a community-focused healthcare environment in the Midwest region.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc