Hospital Admissions Clerk — Patient Registration & Pre-Cert

MACON HOSPITAL INC; Lafayette (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

MACON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL in Lafayette, TN is seeking a full-time Admissions Clerk to register patients for admission or outpatient procedures. You will ensure the admission process proceeds smoothly, including interviews, pre-admissions, and pre-pay collection, while upholding HIPAA and hospital policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent), prior experience in a hospital setting preferred, and basic clerical skills including 20 wpm typing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferably in hospital setting is preferred.
• Prior experience in a medical facility admitting office preferred; experience interacting with customers/patients in a service oriented setting is a must; data entry helpful.
• Minimum typing speed of 20 wpm with no errors; basic clerical skills; familiarity with office equipment (telephone, copy machine, fax).
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred; ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Register patients for admission or outpatient procedures.
• Ensure admission processes (interviews, pre-admissions, pre-pay collection) are accurate and timely to maximize collection and prevent denials.
• Provide patients with clear directions to departments or transport patients when needed.
• Participate in quality assurance/performance improvement activities.

Skills

Typing 20 wpm

Clerical skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Telephone

Copy machine

Fax

Job description

MACON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL in Lafayette, TN is seeking a full-time Admissions Clerk to register patients for admission or outpatient procedures. You will ensure the admission process proceeds smoothly, including interviews, pre-admissions, and pre-pay collection, while upholding HIPAA and hospital policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent), prior experience in a hospital setting preferred, and basic clerical skills including 20 wpm typing.