What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Registration Representative- Emergency Dept position at St. Mary's Healthcare?
Job Requisition: REQ3338
Employment Type: Per Diem
Shift: Rotating
Hours Per Week: As scheduled
Hiring Range: $18.39-$24.59
The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities:
Greets patients and visitors, responds to questions/concerns and directs them to approproate location. Provides on-going communication with clinical staff regarding patient status
Collects and enters all necessary demographic, clinical, billing and insurance from patients or responsible parties.
Explains processes and forms to patients prior to securing signatures and ensures that all documents are properly signed and witnessed as required
Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles.
Ensures promotion of an exceptional experience by ensuring prompt, courteous service and adherence to SMH core behaviors.
Reviews scripts for accuracy: Ensures accurate coding
Follows all procedures relating to registration including notification of patient admission, medical necessity, checking and scanning of physician prescriptions
Conducts patient interviews with compasson and confidentiality
Education:
High School Diploma/GED required
Complexity of Work:
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salary : $18 - $25
