Pre-Certification Registration Clerk, 40 hours, Days, Putnam, CT
About The Position
Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Pre-Certification Registration Clerk to join our Physical Medicine department. As the Pre-Certification Registration Clerk, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for greeting and interviewing patients/patient representatives to gather and record demographics, insurance, and other information for providers of care. Collecting co-pays on a per visit basis for outpatient Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and SLP services. Under the general direction and supervision of the Physical Medicine Director, will perform insurance pre-certification duties, registration and reception duties. Performs all scheduling as directly related to Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and SLP outpatient services.
Requirements
- High school graduate, or equivalent required.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Experience with computer-based scheduling and billing system as well as Microsoft Office Products: Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to perform clerical detail and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning patient information and hospital matters.
- Ability to deal with the public in a courteous, efficient, empathetic manner.
- Skillful use of arms, eyes, hands, fingers.
- Knowledge of rule of patient care and management.
- Ability to work in team situations.
- Good physical and mental health.
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under stressful conditions.
- Ability to be multi-task oriented.
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree in Secretarial Sciences or equivalent is preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year clerical experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
- Experience handling young, elderly, sick or handicapped people.
Responsibilities
- Performs registration and scheduling of patients for the Physical Medicine Department.
- Responsibly and efficiently performs clerical duties related to pre-certifications, recertifications, and insurance authorizations.
- Performs daily billing/charge entry with responsibility for auditing charges to ensure accuracy.
- Keeps current on changes in Medicare, welfare, and all other insurance policies.
- Performs monthly Medicaid EDS verifications and reports.
- Co-pay collection.
- Performs other related clerical duties.
Benefits
- Earned Time Off - including personal time & holidays
- Sick Time
- Educational / Loan Reimbursement – up to $5,000 per fiscal year
- Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
- Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
- Career Pathways – internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Pharmacy Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
- Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events, Weekly Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
