Position Overview: Under the direction of the Billing Office Manager, the Registration Clerk is responsible for daily patient registration for the Pre-Admissions department.

This position is a full time position working Monday through Friday.

Essential Job Functions

Registers patients for lab work, verifies accuracy of insurance information, collects payments

Input all updated patient information into patient profile and lab account.

Works directly with patients and their families

Prepares patient charts

Admit and discharge each lab account

File lab orders for upcoming surgeries

Answer phones

Maintains as confidential all observed or acquired information regarding the patient, the patient’s history, surgical procedure, and perioperative experience.

Maintains inter-staff communication as confidential.

Assists in the collection of data for continuing quality improvement.

Ensures waiting area is kept neat and tidy.

Performs other duties assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Post-secondary education preferred.

BLS Certification required.

Use of knowledge of medical terminology.

Able to work independently with minimal direct supervision.

Dependable and customer service oriented.

Previous healthcare experience preferred.

1 year related experience and/or training

Other Skills/Abilities

Use of interpersonal communication techniques.

Computer skills with emphasis on healthcare systems.

Organization and time management without direct order.

Knowledge of team building and dynamics.

Physical movements include sitting, reaching, bending, stooping and stretching.

Able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs.