ER Admitting Clerk

San Luis Valley Health•Alamosa, CO

3d•$16 - $22

About The Position

The ER Admitting Clerk greets patients and visitors and assists with their hospital registration and admission. The role involves explaining and obtaining required forms, entering patient information into the hospital system, collecting payments when applicable, and coordinating registration details with clinical staff and referring physician offices. The position may require nights and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One year of experience in an office setting.
Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Greet patients and visitors in a courteous, welcoming manner.
Ensure patients understand and sign all required registration or admission forms.
Accurately enter required information into the hospital system.
Collect payment when applicable.
Notify the clinical department of physician orders for outpatient services and promptly notify ER clinical staff when individuals seek emergency services.
Verify patient and insurance information is entered accurately and obtain authorization for services rendered.
Coordinate registration requirements with referring physician offices.

Benefits

Full medical, dental, and vision plans with low-cost copays and deductibles.
21 days of paid time off in the first year and a sick leave program, with accruals beginning on the first day.
Retirement plans available from day one, with up to a 5% employer match after one year of employment.
Free life and disability insurance for full-time employees, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
Voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Free on-site 24-hour employee health center and discounts at select local fitness and recreational centers.
Education program benefits to support growth and development.
Opportunities to volunteer with the SLV Health Foundation and community-sponsored events.
Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski and snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, and Adams State University functions.
Employee support services for employees and family members, including up to four free counseling sessions.