Patient Access Specialist
About The Position
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Per Diem, Patient Access Specialist to join our team! This postion pays $20.00 per hour. Position Summary: The Patient Access Specialist, reporting directly to the Patient Access Manager, is responsible for overseeing patient admitting and registration processes in compliance with hospital and departmental policies. This role includes managing and maintaining the accuracy of the Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI), particularly during system downtimes or non-coverage hours in the Health Information Management (HIM) department. Key tasks involve identifying and resolving duplicate medical record numbers, merging and unmerging patient records as needed, and coordinating with various areas of the healthcare system to ensure seamless operations.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- One to three years relevant experience preferred, including knowledge of admitting and registration policies and procedures.
- Able to effectively communicate in English and preferably in French, both verbally and in writing.
- Able to communicate effectively with professional staff, families and patients.
- Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Demonstrates a keen understanding of the significant patient safety implications of maintaining a unique patient identifier in the electronic medical record environment.
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
Responsibilities
- overseeing patient admitting and registration processes
- managing and maintaining the accuracy of the Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI)
- identifying and resolving duplicate medical record numbers
- merging and unmerging patient records
- coordinating with various areas of the healthcare system
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
