ADMITTING CLERK (FT - DAYS)
$47,840–$54,246 year
On-siteStockton, California, United States
Job Summary
Accept reservations for scheduled, direct, and emergency admissions while completing registration forms timely, efficiently, and accurately. Explain hospital policies regarding deposits, insurance benefits, parking, and visitation, then collect monies for deductibles, co-insurance, and co-pays. Prepare patient identification bands, obtain necessary signatures, and arrange escorts to applicable units while ensuring safekeeping of valuables. Provide information on patients' rights, advanced directives, and HIPAA, and adjust communication approaches based on the age of patients or family members. Keep the Director and Supervisor apprised of unresolved situations and unusual occurrences while maintaining professional communication in a fast-paced atmosphere.
Desired Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Completion of Office Skill educational program preferred
- 5 years' experience in a clerical hospital setting preferred
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Accurately typing at least 35 words per minute preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year computer knowledge
- Medical terminology preferred
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