Admitting/Registration Clerk

Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital • Alexandria, LA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates the reception area activities to promote communication throughout the Facility. Performs clerical and reception duties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years clerical experience in medical facility or office preferred.
• Computer experience required with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to speak effectively to internal and external customers required.
• Ability to speak English language required.
• Position requires attendance for facility opening beginning at 5am or earlier.
• OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE Category III – Office Environment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years clerical experience in medical facility or office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Admits patients to the Facility following the established policies and procedures.
• Assembles patient medical record forms and prepares patient identification.
• Assists Financial Counselor in obtaining pertinent information to register patient and attaches proper means to document patient identity.
• Provides pertinent information to the patient’s family in the waiting area according to policies and procedures.
• Monitors waiting area.
• Coordinates reception area activities for effective communication with all areas of the Facility.
• Answers telephone and intercom courteously and in a quiet, pleasant voice.
• Accepts and relays messages effectively.
• Informs physician’s office of admissions and activities concerning admissions.
• Maintains and protects each patient’s right to confidentiality.
• Identifies emergencies and initiates appropriate response.
• Assumes clerical duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Assists in ordering and stocking supplies.
• Maintains order and cleanliness of the front desk.
• Coordinates obtaining diagnostic tests and places diagnostic test reports in appropriate section of patient medical record.
• Participates in cross-training as needed within the Business Office.
• Comply with facility Standards of Behavior and complete all required education assignments within the designated timeline.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees