Admit. Clerical

Richmond University Medical Center; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond University Medical Center is hiring for an Admitting Clerk to manage inpatient admissions and bed assignments on the evening shift. You will monitor census, transfers, and discharges while maintaining accurate records and coordinating with clinical staff.

The role requires strong computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and excellent communication. Previous hospital registration experience is preferred, with a 40 wpm typing speed and professionalism under pressure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with computers and medical terminology.
• Typing speed of at least 40 wpm.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with hospital registration systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Book inpatient admissions and ambulatory surgery procedures and maintain census accuracy.
• Transfer and discharge patients; manage bed-tracking system and bed assignments.
• Coordinate intra-hospital transfers and ensure proper patient placement.
• Collaborate with ADNs and administration to optimize patient flow.
• Maintain bed-control manual and adhere to medical protocols.

Skills

Excellent communication

Typing 40 wpm

Proficiency with computers

Knowledge of medical terminology

Hospital registration system

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2 years in Patient Access/Healthcare office

Tools

Hospital registration system

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Evening Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America)

Job Description

The Admitting Clerk will be booking inpatient admissions and ambulatory surgery procedures, and keep accurate census. She/he will transfer and discharge patients, maintain and update bed-tracking system. She/he will be responsible for managing the hospitals beds, making assignments, recommending intra-hospital transfers as necessary and ensuring that all patients are placed appropriately. The Clerk will be working closely with the A.D.N. to ensure optimal patient flow and maintaining departmental bed control manual in accordance with medical protocols and with the guidance of administration, attending physicians and infection control.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Ensures that the census in the hospital computer system is accurate.
• Relevant health care, customer service and computer experience required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills required.
• Proficiency with computers
• Knowledge and previous experience with medical terminology
• Previous experience working in the medical field preferred.
• Strong computer skills; knowledge/experience with hospital registration system.
• Demonstrates professionalism in dealing with patients, family members, and co-workers alike.
• Works well under pressure.
• Typing speed of at least 40 wpm.
• Two years’ experience in Patient Access Department, physician’s office, clinic or healthcare business office.

Eves w/ every wknd & hol; 4p-12a
Salary Range: $26.383/hr - $27.748/hr
Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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