Admissions Clerk

Department: Admissions

Supervisor: Director of Admissions

Hours: Full time 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday

Type: Hourly

Job Description: Admissions Clerk is responsible for handling the clerical aspects of the admissions process to admit patients into the facility and any other related duties as key team member supporting the philosophy, objectives, and goals of Talladega Healthcare

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

*Inputting/ updating patient demographic information into the designated system

*Collects and validates health care coverage and policy limiations

*Assists patients/families in completing paperwork and forms when necessary and reviews for accuracy and completion

*Managing resident files

*Submitting for insurance authorization through web-based portal, phone and/or fax

*Submitting insurance requested medical record information

*Explain the facilities policies and procedures regarding the admission process and answers routine questions

*Follows all established policies and standards to preserve patient confidentiality, ensure data security and comply with all applicable regulations

*Answer phones and direct calls to appropriate individuals

*Break down charts of discharged patients

*Make new charts for admits

*Explaining financial expectations to patients

*Escorts patient/family or arranges for escort to assigned room

*Assists with special projects and performs related clerical and administrative duties as required

*Trains co-workers when needed

Knowledge of:

*Indexing and filing systems

*General office functions, procedures, and equipment

*Medical terminology preferred but not required

*Basic computer programs and technology

*Telephone, office, and online etiquette

Skills and Abilities:

*Communicate effectively orally and written

*Operate a computer

*Interact and establish a working relationship with management, employees, outside agencies and the public

*Explain procedures and documents to others

*Understand and follow oral and written instructions

*Read and understand legal and medical documents

*Ability to work well under pressure

*Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

*High level of accuracy and attention to detail

*Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education and or Experience:

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions if a job, on a case-by-case basis.

Frequent: standing; sitting, bending and stooping; twisting of waist; upward and downward flexion o neck; repetitive use of hands to operate office equipment; fine finger dexterity to operate keyboards and writing materials; and reaching above the shoulders and below the knees. Occasional: pushing and pulling carts or other objects; and lifting and carrying boxes of office supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Talladega, AL 35160: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person