Pre-Certification Registration Clerk, 40 hours, Days, Putnam, CT

Day Kimball Healthcare•Putnam, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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.
Minimum of one (1) year clerical experience is preferred.
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. Experience handling young, elderly, sick or handicapped people.
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.
Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

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