Patient Access Clerk 7505 #10772
Job #: 10772
Job Category: Patient Access
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Variable
Department: Lab Registration
Pay Range: $18.58/hr. - $24.97/hr.
Open Date: 06.18.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or its equivalent is required
Job Details:
- High school diploma or its equivalent is required
- Must have basic clerical skills, typing, filing, ability to communicate with the public, doctors, nurses and patients
- Ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
- Must be able to handle confidential situations with tact
- Ability to work with computers, electronic devices, telephones, fax machines
- Must possess the ability to do multiple tasks simultaneously
Duties &
Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The Patient Access Clerk will perform all duties associated with the efficient registration of patients requiring services in the lab areas.
Duties
- Gathering of correct information to ensure the accurate billing and reimbursement through Patient Financial Services
- Check the patients paperwork ensuring that all orders are complete with diagnosis and requested test(s)
- Obtain identification and insurance information from each patient during the registration process
- Knowledgeable regarding outpatient registration versus in-patient registration
- Patient Access Clerks will be trained so that they may become proficient and maintain the standardized benchmarks for the department by alerting the Supervisor as supplies are needed
- Accountable to provide accurate receipts for any payment transactions
- Files any necessary department paperwork according to department guidelines
- Performs other duties as assigned
Lifting Requirements:Generally lifting not more than 10 lbs maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as ledgers, files and small items.
