Patient Admissions Specialist: Front Desk

Charleston Area Medical Center; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking an Admitting Clerk to interview patients or their representatives, collect required admitting information, and assign beds as needed at General Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role requires high school completion and emphasizes accurate data entry and courteous patient service.

The position involves clerical duties, patient escort, and maintaining census logs, with varying work schedules.

Qualifications

• Interview patients to collect admitting data
• Maintain accurate patient census and records
• Follow policies and procedures
• Provide courteous, responsive service
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to secure and verify admitting data
• Enter patient data into CAMC's Central Computer System
• Prepare forms for diagnostic and/or therapeutic treatment
• Assign beds based on illness and accommodation
• Sort and file patient records; distribute admitting materials
• Escort patients and push wheelchairs; maintain census log
• Notify Police or Health Department when appropriate
• Maintain equipment and supplies (e.g., printer paper)

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking an Admitting Clerk to interview patients or their representatives, collect required admitting information, and assign beds as needed at General Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role requires high school completion and emphasizes accurate data entry and courteous patient service.

The position involves clerical duties, patient escort, and maintaining census logs, with varying work schedules.