Registration Clerk -- Part-Time

Ntmconline; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ntmconline in Gainesville, Texas is seeking a Patient Access Representative to facilitate the efficient admission of patients and provide necessary information regarding hospital procedures. You will manage patient data, collect payments, and ensure quality communication while demonstrating flexibility and professionalism.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with at least 6 months of experience in a medical office or hospital setting, possesses basic computer skills, and can communicate effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Able to use office machines efficiently.
• Prefers someone who has at least 6 months experience in a medical office or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Register patients for hospital services and pre-admit as needed.
• Obtain authorization and verify insurance eligibility for admitted patients.
• Collect personal information or verify existing information.
• Provide information about billing, complaints, and patient rights.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Ability to type accurately with speed

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients and admission of individuals who have hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Distributes appropriate information to ancillary departments. Reports to the Patient Access Supervisor.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for registering patients for hospital services from a physician’s office and pre-admitting these patients a needed.
• Responsible for admitting requirements for patients scheduled for admissions and outpatient procedures, obtaining authorization and verifying insurance eligibility.
• Responsible for interviewing patients or their representative, obtaining personal information or verifying information already on file, including emergency numbers and insurance information.
• Responsible for interviewing patients or their representative, obtaining personal information or verifying information already on file, including emergency numbers and insurance information.
• Provides information to the patient/representative about billing, complaint process, patient rights, and HIPAA. Distributes hospital specific literature.
• Responsible, when previous arrangements have been made or a co-payment is required, to collect such payments, record payment and forward to the Business Office personnel.
• Responsible for knowing hospital policies and being familiar with hospital services that are available.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures confidentiality of patients’ records.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Maintains good working relationships both within the department and with other departments.
• Ensures that documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Answers the telephone in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel/family member.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Patient Access Supervisor.

BASIC SKILLS

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to type accurately with speed
• Able to use office machines efficiently

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Prefers someone who has at least 6 months experience in a medical office or hospital setting.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, or sit for long periods of time.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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