ADMITTING CLERK (PM)
$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 and accurately. Collect monies for deposits to meet deductibles, co-insurance, and co-pays, and explain hospital policies regarding insurance benefits, parking, and visitation. Prepare patient identification bands, obtain necessary signatures, and arrange for patient escorts to applicable units. Provide information on Patients' Rights, Advanced Directives, and HIPAA, and arrange for the safekeeping of patient valuables. Keep the Director and/or Supervisor apprised of unresolved situations and unusual occurrences. Work an 8-hour PM shift from 10:45 PM to 7:15 AM.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations
- Must be able to handle difficult situations with tact
- Accurately typing at least 35 words per minute preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year computer knowledge
- Medical terminology preferred
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
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