Registration Clerk, Neurosurgery

Position: REGISTRATION CLERK, NEUROSURGERY
Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose
. No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence
. We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into- including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Professional Building

DEPARTMENT: SPN - NEUROSURGERY

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 8-5 M-Th;
Fri-8-12

POSITION SUMMARY

Registers patients - ensuring accurate data and accurate entry of data for medical record and for billing purposes. Obtains verbal and written information to be entered into the computer in a timely and accurate manner, and obtain signatures according to the policies established by SGMC. Verifies that necessary prior authorization or other necessary actions have been completed prior to the patient visit to assure appropriate billing.

Completes assigned tasks/daily assignments in allotted time with continuous interruptions. Assists and processes workload in an efficient manner to ensure the most expedient turnaround time in patient entry into and discharge from the clinics. Accurately types with correct spelling of medical terminology. Distributes paperwork to appropriate areas (finance, medical records, physician offices) when completed. Exhibits excellent public relations skills and present a positive first impression to the public.

Patient relations representative in handling routine patient inquiries and problems. Demonstrates the ability to work as an effective team member. Require interaction with patients of all ages including adult, pediatric, and geriatric. Provides support between the medical team and all members of the health care team.
• Clerical support for all Diabetes Management Center employees and physicians. Assists with copying, distribution, and filing of patient correspondence and records. Assists with patient reception and telephone phone coverage. Assists with input and verification of patient charge data. Involved in QC/QI/ & PIN Programs. Additional responsibilities as needed. Complies with all SGMC/Departmental Policies and Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school graduate preferred.
• Must be able to organize work load in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills.
• Accurately spells common and medical terminology.
• Types 30 wpm accurately.
• Prefer previous reception/clerical experience.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

Modern, well lighted, air conditioned, general work area. Moderate noise level. Occasional overtime required. Ability to sit, stand or walk for moderate periods. Safe and efficient operation of office equipment including: copier, fax, printers, computer, telephone, adding machine, Medifax, credit card machine, typewriter and paper shredder. Reading of printed materials, including physician orders. Listening and verbally responding to customers, staff, physicians and visitors.

Moderately heavy lifting (0-25 lbs), reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, bending and twisting.

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