Admitting Float Specialist

Admitting Float Specialist – Berkshire Health Systems

• Provides coverage for all non-exempt positions within the department, including, but not limited to Access Coordinator, Scheduler, and Financial Coordinator.

• Experience:
  • Admitting and Meditech experience preferred.
  • One year experience in hospital environment required.
  • Knowledge of third party payers preferred.
• Education and Training:
  • Two years of college (secretarial/health related) or equivalent work experience.
  • Medical terminology preferred.
• License, Certification & Registration:
  • None.
• Other Requirements:
  • Proven typing ability (40 wpm) and computer skills (e.g., Meditech).
  • Manual dexterity necessary for typing/computer purposes.
  • Ability to speak the English language in a clearly understandable manner.
  • Ability to speak/understand Spanish preferred.
  • Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly in order to become proficient in all areas of the department. Ideal candidate will demonstrate and maintain a high level of flexibility and be able to adapt to any shift.
  • Proven ability to interact appropriately with the community, hospital staff and physicians while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
  • Proven, outstanding customer service skills, consistently demonstrating a professional, pleasant presentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
  • Proven ability and experience dealing with agitated/dissatisfied persons.
  • Must possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot/maintain proper operation of business equipment.