Receptionist - 2nd Floor Jolly

Job Description

Job Description

Functions of Position:

• Completes outpatient registration, which includes generating a chart with patient demographic information.
• Collects patient insurance and/or payment information.
• Obtains appropriate signatures for patient certification of admission and assignment of benefits.
• Upon completion of patient assessment and/or treatment, enters a diagnosis code into the computer.
• Receives, balances, and accounts for payments collected from patients of the clinic; assures appropriate charges are entered into the computer, such as treatments, medications, and equipment usage.
• Provides medical information as appropriate to requesting agencies, i.e., disability determinations, vocation rehabilitation and family services.
• Types correspondence and reports and files information.
• Enters medical record information in the appropriate patient chart.
• Functions as the focus of telephone communication for the physician office; answers the telephone, takes messages and directs calls.
• Assists in scheduling referrals as appropriate.
• Stores medical record files in an organized and retrieval system.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of medical and office supplies for day to day operations.
• Participates in the in-service programs.
• Participates in Quality improvement program as required.
• Works with other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care services.
• Maintains good public relations for the clinic.
• Performs other duties as needed or requested.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent. College level training and office management skills preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Previous clerical and office management experience preferred but not required.

Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm