Patient Access Clerk 8560 #13591

Job #: 13591 Job Category: Patient AccessJob Type: Per DiemShift Type: VariableFacility:Department: Patient AccessPay Range: $21.91/hr. - $29.43/hr.Open Date: 04.08.26Close Date:Qualifications:High school diploma or its equivalent is required Job Details: Start Date:Open Until Filled.Qualifications:High school diploma or its equivalent is requiredMust have basic clerical skills, typing, filing, ability to communicate with the public, doctors, nurses and patientsAbility to maintain composure when faced with difficult situationsMust be able to handle confidential situations with tactAbility to work with computers, electronic devices, telephones, fax machinesMust possess the ability to do multiple tasks simultaneouslyMust obtain crisis prevention certification (if scheduled to work in the ESD) Duties & Responsibilities:Job SummaryThe Patient Access Clerk will perform all duties associated with the efficient registration of patients requiring services in the outpatient areas, the lab areas, and the emergency room for all in-patients.DutiesGathering of correct information to ensure the accurate billing and reimbursement through Patient Financial ServicesCheck the patient's paperwork ensuring that all orders are complete with diagnosis and requested test(s)Obtain identification and insurance information from each patient during the registration processKnowledgeable regarding outpatient registration versus in-patient registrationPatient Access Clerks will be trained so that they may become proficient and maintain the standardized benchmarks for the department by alerting the Supervisor as supplies are neededForwards reports of injury to appropriate agencies on industrial accidents as necessaryRequest cash co-payments, cash deposits and cash payments from each patientAccountable to provide accurate receipts for payment transactionsFiles any necessary department paperwork according to department guidelinesPerforms other duties as assigned Other Info: Lifting Requirements:Semi- Sedentary: Sits and walks throughout workday.Generally lifting objects not more than 25 lbs. and/or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.Job Posted: