Job Description

Location: Palmetto General Hospital
Posted Date: 1/10/2023

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for effectively processing patient registrations by verifying, updating and collecting demographic and financial data for all applicable departments within the hospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Greet and direct patients and visitors to appropriate nursing units and departments.
  • Obtain, verify and update all patient demographic and regulatory data, utilizing a variety of tools, software and websites.
  • Educate patients on financial responsibility and potential solutions.
  • Obtain signatures and distributes forms including: General Consent, Patient Rights, NoPP, IMM, COB, ABN, etc.)
  • Responsible for knowledge and accurate use and execution of policies and procedures, supporting tools, software and websites.
  • Responsible for knowledge and accurate use of CMS guidelines including: HIPAA, EMTALA, MSP, etc.
  • Works effectively with fellow co-workers and all other hospital departments.
  • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
  • Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
  • Meets performance standards established by leadership, including but not limited to registration quality, point of service collections, confidentiality and customer service.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to discuss and collect patient financial responsibility
  • Ability to work within various environments including: Emergency Dept, Central Reg, Bedside Reg, etc.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task
  • Medical terminology and/or insurance knowledge
  • Bilingual; Spanish-speaking preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:

  • Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
  • Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Software/Hardware: Microsoft Office and/or Medical Systems (e.g., Meditech)

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