Clerk - Admissions / Emergency Room

Bingham Memorial Hospital; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance Options

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Competitive 401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Wellness & Support Resources

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Bingham Memorial Hospital in Blackfoot, ID is seeking a Part-Time Patient Admissions Clerk to welcome patients, collect demographics and insurance information, and guide them through the admissions process with kindness. You will handle registrations, payments, directions, and coordination with greeters and hospital departments, ensuring accuracy and privacy while delivering excellent customer service.

Join a mission‑driven team offering flexible part‑time schedules and opportunities to build

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is professional, organized, comfortable working with the public, and committed to protecting patient privacy while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Collect and enter patient demographic and insurance information accurately and promptly.
• Obtain signed statements and required documentation to support hospital procedures.
• Route appropriate forms and copies to designated departments.
• Explain the admissions process and provide directions to the appropriate service areas.
• Coordinate with greeters to arrange escorts for patients who need assistance.
• Explain hospital regulations, visiting hours, payment procedures, and patient rights.
• Treat patients and families with respect, dignity, and compassion.
• Provide clear explanations and verbal reassurance when needed.
• Identify patients who may need help paying their bills and refer them to a financial counselor or appropriate agency.
• Answer questions professionally and help direct patients and families to the right resources.
• Answer telephone calls politely and direct information to the appropriate personnel or family members.
• Operate the hospital switchboard and direct incoming calls when the switchboard operator is off duty.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, physicians, patients, and the public.
• Handle cash payments, record transactions, provide change and receipts, and balance the cash drawer.
• Protect confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

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Clerk - Admissions / Emergency Room

Admissions Part Time Clerical Bingham Memorial Hospital, BLACKFOOT, ID, US

Join the Patient Admissions Team at Bingham Healthcare

Be the First Friendly Face. Make Every Patient Feel Welcome.

Are you a people person who loves helping others, staying organized, and keeping things running smoothly? Bingham Healthcare is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Patient Admissions Clerk to join our growing team!

You’ll be one of the first points of contact for patients and families, helping them navigate the admissions process, complete necessary paperwork, understand where they need to go, and feel welcomed when they arrive. You’ll also support registration, insurance information, payments, and communication across the hospital.

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, can keep your cool when things get busy, and believe great healthcare starts with great service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Part-Time and Per-Diem positions available!

Why Choose Bingham Healthcare?

Bingham Healthcare is one of Southeast Idaho’s leading healthcare organizations, built on a commitment to quality care, compassion, teamwork, and community.

When you join Team Bingham, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization where every interaction matters.

Make a Difference from the Start: Help patients and families feel comfortable and informed when they arrive.

Be Part of the Team: Work alongside hospital staff, physicians, and other departments to support a positive patient experience.

Build Valuable Skills: Gain experience in patient registration, healthcare administration, insurance information, and customer service.

Every Day Is Different: Support a busy hospital environment where priorities can change throughout the day.

Serve Your Community: Help create a welcoming, compassionate experience for the people who count on Bingham Healthcare.

At Bingham Healthcare, we believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why eligible part-time employees can enjoy a competitive benefits package designed to support their health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Prescription Drug Coverage

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Options

• Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Competitive 401(k) with Employer Match

• Employee Wellness & Support Resources

• Professional Development Opportunities

Part-time work can come with some pretty great perks! Join a team that values you, supports your well-being, and recognizes the important role you play in caring for our community.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Why You’ll Love This Role

People-Focused Work: Help patients and families navigate the admissions process with confidence.

Variety in Your Day: Balance registration, answering phones, providing directions, and assisting with payments.

Problem-Solving: Help connect patients with the right resources when they need additional assistance.

Teamwork That Matters: Keep information flowing between patients, families, and hospital departments.

A Chance to Make Someone’s Day: A friendly greeting and a little reassurance can go a long way.

Position Summary

The Patient Admissions Clerk is responsible for collecting and entering patient demographic and insurance information accurately and promptly. This position explains the admissions process, provides directions to hospital service areas, and coordinates escorts for patients who need assistance.

Additional responsibilities include processing payments, answering telephone calls, directing inquiries, explaining patient rights and hospital regulations, and referring patients to financial counseling resources when appropriate.

The ideal candidate is professional, organized, comfortable working with the public, and committed to protecting patient privacy while delivering excellent customer service.

What You’ll Do

Patient Registration & Admissions

Collect and enter patient demographic and insurance information accurately and promptly.

Obtain signed statements and required documentation to support hospital procedures.

Route appropriate forms and copies to designated departments.

Explain the admissions process and provide directions to the appropriate service areas.

Coordinate with greeters to arrange escorts for patients who need assistance.

Explain hospital regulations, visiting hours, payment procedures, and patient rights.

Patient & Family Support

Treat patients and families with respect, dignity, and compassion.

Provide clear explanations and verbal reassurance when needed.

Identify patients who may need help paying their bills and refer them to a financial counselor or appropriate agency.

Answer questions professionally and help direct patients and families to the right resources.

Communication & Hospital Support

Answer telephone calls politely and direct information to the appropriate personnel or family members.

Operate the hospital switchboard and direct incoming calls when the switchboard operator is off duty.

Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, physicians, patients, and the public.

Handle cash payments, record transactions, provide change and receipts, and balance the cash drawer.

Protect confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Amazing Benefits—For Part-Time Team Members!

At Bingham Healthcare, we believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why eligible part-time employees can enjoy a