Patient Admissions Specialist

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Loma Linda (MO); In loco; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an Admitting Clerk to support efficient patient admissions and accurate registration at 3100 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO.

The role emphasizes quality documentation, insurance verification, and clear financial counseling for patients and families. Responsibilities include handling ABNs, self-pay counseling, valuables safekeeping, patient identification, and order entry coordination with other departments.

Competenze

• 0-2 years of admissions, customer service and/or public relations experience required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Mansioni

• Registers patients accurately in the registration system and obtains signatures on consent and authorization forms.
• Verifies insurance coverage and codes for correct billing and prompt payment.
• Explains ABNs and financial documents to patients and families as required.
• Counsels self-pay patients on costs, options, and resources, documenting interactions.
• Secures valuables and logs them for safekeeping.
• Places patient armbands for proper identification and continuity of care.
• Reads physician orders to determine registration steps and enters orders for ancillary departments.
• Notifies departments or physicians of arrivals and follows up on delays.
• Assists with bed assignments by coordinating with nursing staff.
• Manages a multi-line phone system and relays messages promptly.
• Maintains communication during emergencies and supports facility plans.
• Performs other duties and maintains regular attendance.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal communication

Documentation accuracy

Insurance verification

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strumenti

Electronic registration system

Descrizione del lavoro

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an Admitting Clerk to support efficient patient admissions and accurate registration at 3100 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO.

The role emphasizes quality documentation, insurance verification, and clear financial counseling for patients and families. Responsibilities include handling ABNs, self-pay counseling, valuables safekeeping, patient identification, and order entry coordination with other departments.