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McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center lists this Patient Access Clerk - Patient Registration - PRN opportunity in springfield, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Patient Access Clerk - Patient Registration - PRNMcKenzie-Willamette Medical Center is your community medical provider, serving the Willamette Valley and its residents. Our 113-bed hospital offers inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, medical, surgical and emergency care. We are a family of caregivers offering care to our larger family — our community. Position Details:Hourly Base Rate: $21.38 - $27.21 + 10% resource differentialShift: Variable - 12 hour shiftHours Per Week: 12SEIU Local 49 represented positionJob Summary:Under immediate supervision of the Lead Patient Access Clerk performs a variety of registration, admission, public relations, financial and medical service functions.Performs interviews for the purpose of initiating accounts.Evaluates information to determine appropriate flow of patient type, hospital service code, diagnosis, tests and procedures needed, medical necessity and priority.Determines appropriate documentation and form requirements based on medical and financial indicators.Secures information to assure rapid reimbursement.Initiates collection activity by requesting co-payments, deposits and anticipated balance due.Provides education to patients related to medical necessity requirements.Receives and documents acceptance of cash, checks, credit card payments as well as patient valuables.Acts as a liaison between the patient, visitors and others and of treatment authorization.Provides information and answers questions about consent for treatment, assignment of benefits, acceptance of financial responsibility, release of records, patient rights and responsibilities and advanced directives.Maintains required documentation including patient medical records, logs and schedules, written and electronic. Identifies, responds and announces all code phone and wall alarm activation.Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent.Typing 40+ wpm. Proficient computer skills.Medical terminology strongly preferred.Experience in medical setting preferred.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and advancement.Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.Comprehensive healthcare coverage.Retirement savings plan.Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.Student loan repayment program.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
springfield, OR, 97477, US
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