ADMITTING CLERK, Full-Time, Damonte FED

UHS • Reno, NV

35d

About The Position

Handles the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients, outpatients and emergency department admissions. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Interviews incoming patient or representatives and enters information required for admission into computer database. Distributes appropriate information to ancillary departments. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent customer services skills.

Nice To Haves

• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for obtaining all pertinent information including demographic and insurance information.
• Responsible for ensuring that all admissions forms are complete and accurate, spelling is correct. Applies patient labels to all necessary forms
• Provides information to the patient/representative about billing, complaint process, patient rights, HIPAA and visiting hours.
• 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

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees