What are the responsibilities and job description for the ER Patient Access Representative (PRN) position at Western Missouri Medical Center?
Description
PURPOSE STATEMENT
As directed, complete accurate registration of all patients presenting to Western Missouri Medical Center for clinical testing, verification of accounts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform registration duties as requested.
- Obtain correct patient demographic and insurance information.
- Determine Benefits, Co-Pays and deductibles.
- Collect and enter accurate MSP information for Medicare patients.
- Demonstrate competency with equipment, utilizes supplies and equipment properly.
- Demonstrate behaviors which promote professionalism.
- Work without constant supervision, meets deadlines, makes decision based on relevant facts.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Perform other essential duties as assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Typing skills of 45 WPM.
- Previous clerical experience.
- Great customer service skills.
- Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
- Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
- Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
- Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
- Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
- Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to life and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
- Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.
