Admitting Clerk

Admissions Clerk – Full Time

Job Summary

The Admissions Clerk is responsible for registration of patients presenting to the facility for emergency room, outpatient, and inpatient services. This includes explanation of hospital policies, payment for services, and routine patient inquiries. May include going into the emergency room to obtain information. Duties also include contacting insurance companies by phone or fax to inform them of admissions into the hospital. During lag times, this clerk will assist with data entry or special projects as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Admits patients to the hospital for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room services accurately, completely, and in a timely manner according to priorities.
• Maintains a complete understanding of emergency situations, including fire, disaster, and in-house emergencies.
• Performs data entry and special projects as assigned.
• Handles eligibility verification, medical necessity checking, and collection of deposits and payments.
• Maintains working knowledge of all departments and staff, including administrative personnel.
• Deals with all manner of public contact and inquiry.
• Keeps work area neat.
• Works closely with all departments in a helpful and courteous manner.
• Fills in for other office employees as needed.
• Portrays a professional image.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Provides backup for the switchboard as needed.

Qualification Requirements

Education and License

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Hospital admitting experience preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task is essential, with emphasis on accuracy and productivity.
• Demonstrated ability to use time wisely.
• Calm, professional demeanor in stressful situations.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Must have data entry and keyboarding skills of 40 WPM.
• Working knowledge of 10-key calculator.

Work Environment

Works indoors in an air-conditioned environment.

Physical Demands

Frequent use of computer and phone, and other standard office machines. Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, push, pull using proper body mechanics and move or lift varying amounts of weight up to a maximum of 50 lbs.

This is a Full-Time position of 40 hours per week with full benefits.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Additional Requirements

• Ability to commute to Reedsport, OR 97467 is required.
• Ability to relocate to Reedsport, OR 97467 before starting work is required.

Work Location

In person