Clerk IV Registration, Lions Gate Hospital
About The Position
Registers patients, including inpatients, outpatients, ambulatory care patients, and emergency patients, in the computerized admission/discharge/transfer system. This role processes preadmissions, admissions, and discharges. The Clerk IV Registration also prints, reviews, and maintains lists of available beds, compares patient information to available beds, and provides bed options to clinical staff. They liaise with nursing and physician personnel regarding bed assignments and enter approved bed assignments into the bed booking roster. Additionally, the role involves maintaining and printing various computer-generated files and reports on patient registration information, and performing other related clerical duties as required.
Requirements
- Grade 12 education
- Two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Ability to keyboard at 40 w.p.m.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
Responsibilities
- Registers patients in the computerized admission/discharge/transfer system.
- Processes preadmissions, admissions, and discharges.
- Prints, reviews, and maintains lists of available beds.
- Compares patient information to available beds and provides available bed options to clinical staff.
- Liaises with nursing/physician personnel on unit regarding bed assignment.
- Enters site approved bed assignment in bed booking roster.
- Maintains and prints a variety of computer-generated files and reports on patient registration information.
- Interviews patients, relatives, and/or family to obtain registration information.
- Completes and prints registration forms and forwards them to appropriate departments.
- Prepares and applies identity bands to patients.
- Accesses HealthNet or PharmNet to determine or assign a patient's healthcare number (PHN).
- Receives payments for non-resident and self-pay charges and medical/surgical supplies.
- Explains hospital policy regarding deposits and room differentials.
- Receives calls and request forms regarding patient transfers.
- Responds to patient and visitor requests for information and directions.
- Receives and records patient valuables for safekeeping.
- Escorts patients or arranges for patients to be escorted to nursing units/treatment areas.
- Reviews and edits patient data and produces audit reports.
Benefits
- A competitive salary
- Growth opportunities
- Professional development and growth
- Inclusive culture
- A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance
- Pension
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
