Admitting Clerk

Loretto Hospital • Chicago, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists patients in registration for obtaining services at Loretto Hospital; obtains personal and insurance information to complete correct registration; verifies Medical Record Number and Physician assignment; accurately completes consent and all admission forms required by Government Agencies; explains forms to patient/family members and obtains required signatures; works closely with Nursing Administration, Physicians and Units for prompt bed assignments. Assists in other areas as needed, maintains departmental records and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); plus 3 years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years’ experience in health care patient billing area.
• Data entry skills using a business computer.

Responsibilities

• Greets all people entering the admitting department in a courteous, articulate and professional manner.
• Completes registration data entry in a timely, accurate and complete manner.
• Obtains insurance and ID and scans into patient PHI file.
• Reviews patient history and verifies with patient demographics and phone number.
• Secures the Medical Record Number and physician assignment is accurate.
• Completes insurance verification on all patient registrations. Proper documentation is done according to procedures.
• Ensures that all required forms are explained and all signatures are obtained.
• Follow the safety policy of the hospital making certain that are bands are in place for patient identification.
• Process ABN for Medicare patients and secures that the form is explained and signed by patient.
• Secures that MSP questionnaire is completed by Medicare and Medicare HMO patients.
• Secures that OBS notification for Medicare and Medicare HMO is explained and signed by patient.
• Completes pre-registration on all scheduled patients.
• Responsible for gathering, safe keeping and retrieval of patient valuables.
• Contacts physician for completion of death certificate, according to the State of Illinois Law
• Complete Q/A on all registration complete to secure accurate information.
• Informs and assists patients/family members with Financial Assistance Applications.
• Organize work procedures to generate acceptable levels of productivity.
• Provide support to co-workers when needed.
• Adjusts work schedule to accommodate changing priorities.
• Follows established emergency, infection control and/or universal precautions procedures as required.
• Maintains work area and equipment according to standards and policies.
• Attends mandatory in-service related to safety and/or infection control.
• Provide customer assistance in a professional and friendly manor
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.
• Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees