Registration Clerk

Putnam County Hospital•Greencastle, IN

22h

About The Position

Putnam County Hospital is seeking a full-time Registration Clerk to greet patients and guide them through the admittance process. The clerk distributes transfer paperwork to the appropriate departments, accurately enters patient demographic, billing, and insurance information into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and works effectively with the department team and other hospital departments. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The position is benefits eligible.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Familiarity with, or ability to quickly learn, the CPSI Electronic Medical Record system.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Accurate data entry.
Ability to multitask.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Proven typing speed of at least 40 WPM.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance.

Responsibilities

Accurately enter patient demographic, billing, and insurance information in the Electronic Medical Record.
Verify insurance coverage.
Obtain appropriate signed statements and authorizations.
Conduct admittance and transfer procedures efficiently.
Maintain working knowledge of the Electronic Medical Record, insurance coverages, and billing policies.
Follow HIPAA guidelines.
Help cover the Information Desk as needed, including greeting patients, COVID screening, and answering or transferring calls and emails.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.