Patient Admissions Specialist

GBMC HealthCare; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD is seeking an admission clerk to interview patients, prepare intake forms, and perform clerical and computer-operations tasks for inpatients and outpatients.

The role requires HS or GED, 6 months experience (ED or hospital preferred), knowledge of medical terminology, computer skills and strong communication. Duties include coordinating with RN and admin staff, logging data, and ensuring timely admissions.

Qualifications

• HS or GED required.
• 6 months’ experience preferred; ED or hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Proficiency with computer systems and data entry is expected.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform admitting functions using RTM, Meditech, bedtracking and communicate with RN, Clinical Unit Coordinator or Admin Coordinator.
• Answer incoming calls within 3 rings and place outgoing calls as requested.
• Ensure patients are directed to testing on time and paperwork for downtime charting is stocked.
• Maintain accurate logs of calls and ensure admission logs and physician on-call lists are up to date.
• Coordinate for proper ambulance transports and transfer paperwork to other facilities.
• Uphold GBMC Values: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Ethical Behavior and Results.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Oral & written communication

Data analysis

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

HS or GED

Job description

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD is seeking an admission clerk to interview patients, prepare intake forms, and perform clerical and computer-operations tasks for inpatients and outpatients.

The role requires HS or GED, 6 months experience (ED or hospital preferred), knowledge of medical terminology, computer skills and strong communication. Duties include coordinating with RN and admin staff, logging data, and ensuring timely admissions.