Job Summary
The Patient Registration Clerk plays a key role in facilitating the registration process for patients, which encompasses gathering demographic information, inputting insurance details, verifying orders from physicians, and managing payment collections. This position also includes guiding patients to appropriate testing areas and ensuring that electronic medical records are kept accurate and up-to-date.
Responsibilities
- Conduct the complete registration procedure for patients, including demographic and insurance inputs.
- Verify and validate physician orders as part of the registration process.
- Handle the collection of patient payments effectively.
- Assist patients in navigating to their designated testing locations.
- Maintain precise electronic medical records to ensure accuracy in patient information.
Qualifications
- A minimum of six months experience in the healthcare sector; one year of experience is preferred.
- Strong data entry skills and familiarity with calculator operations.
- Exceptional communication abilities to interact effectively with patients and medical staff.
Ephraim McDowell Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
