Admission/ Medical Records Coordinator Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Admission/ Medical Records Coordinator

AESTHETIC AND BREAST RESTORATIVE

Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time $20 – $22 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Word processing Mid-level High school diploma or GED Data entry Computer skills Clerical experience Phone etiquette Medical terminology Communication skills Full Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Assumes the responsibility for the coordination of an effective, efficient admission process for all patients by guiding them through the admission process; ensures verification of insurance, including verification of benefits and applicable authorizations, completes preadmission phone calls, accepts co-pays and/or cash pays, completes payment agreements, and completes paperwork according to policy and procedure. This position is responsible for the reception of patients and visitors and for answering incoming phone calls. Organizing and maintaining patient records, ensuring accuracy, and protecting confidential information. This position is responsible for filing, retrieving, and managing paper records, and may also assist with record release requests and audit

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

Demonstrates cooperative work attitude toward and with all employees, physicians, physicians’ staff, management, patients, families, visitors, contract service providers and vendors. Consistently interacts in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative and professional.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND

EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent; 2 or more years’ clerical experience, preferably in the health care environment with experience verifying insurance and obtaining authorizations.

ELIGIBILITY

Must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the

United States Hours:

8:00 am to 5:00pm Monday- Friday

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

1. Completes all facility forms accurately prior to the admission of the patient. This includes labels, forms, and patient information sheets. 2. Collates the patient chart to include forms, labels, precertification letters, insurance verification forms, copies of insurance cards, if obtained prior to admission, and other documents as needed. 3. Admits patient in an accurate, thorough and timely manner according to procedure 4. Identifies the patient utilizing confidentiality. 5. Obtains appropriate patient signatures and reviews information with the patient and family for accuracy. 6. Make corrections as needed to the patient’s record so that future insurance claims and statements are accurate 7. Effectively communicates with patients, physicians, physician office staff and facility staff to admit patients smoothly and effectively. 8. Communicates patient information to assure confidentiality and continuity of care. 9. Interacts with all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive professional environment. 10. Extends courtesy and politeness to all customers, exercises tact and understanding 11. Inform patients of financial responsibilities not covered by their insurance 12. Uses appropriate phone etiquette and skill in transfers of incoming calls, takes accurate messages and pages overhead appropriately. 13. Maintains accurate, up to date statistical information in the computer software system. 14. Keeps lobby and work area neat and tidy. 15. Performs other duties as may be appropriately required or assigned. 16. Able to explain/ inform patients of co pay and deductibles.

JOB COMPLEXITY, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

1. Excellent professional, organizational and communication skills 2. General office and/or secretarial skills 3. Computer skills, word processing and data entry 4. Knowledge of medical terminology 5. Multi-task and deadline oriented 6. Strong interpersonal skills

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

PROBLEM SOLVING AND JUDGEMENT 1.

Demonstrates flexibility in view of interruptions 2. Deals effectively with customers

PROFESSIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL KNOWLEDGE 1.

Stays current on knowledge of office and facility policies and procedures

MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES

Uses all resources in a cost-effective manner

COMPETENCY / SKILLS REVIEW

Successfully completes competency/skills review upon hiring and annually.

TEAMWORK 1.

Extends self to others 2. Completes own work in a timely manner to allow others to complete theirs

ATTENDANCE

Excellent attendance required – willing to work extra hours as needed

MACHINES / EQUIPMENT USED

Computer, printer, copier, fax machine, credit card machine, fax machine, telephone and postage machine.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 1.

Works in well-lighted and ventilated climate-controlled environment with complicated equipment, some equipment with moving mechanical parts. 2. May be exposed to patients who have communicable diseases. With proper techniques, this risk should be minimized. 3. Quiet to moderate noise levels. Must be able to hear alarms on equipment, alarms, calls, overhead pages and instructions from physicians or staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1.

Requires extensive mobility: walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. 2. Ability to sit for long periods of time. 3. Pushing, pulling, and lifting of equipment 4. Requires mental alertness and accuracy for decision making. 5. Requires ability to speak, hear, and to identify and distinguish colors 6. Use of hands to reach, grasp, use fine finger movement and feel fine sensation to discern temperature, texture, size and shape. 7. Repetitive motion required for extensive use of computers. 8. Good visual acuity 9. Ability to lift to 50 pounds.

DEGREE OF SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO POSITION

Initial training to position then should be able to function independently within parameters