Admitting Clerk performs routine registration, data collection, and administrative tasks to admit patients to a healthcare facility. Inputs patient demographic information into the designated system, collects and validates insurance or financial information. Being an Admitting Clerk reviews paperwork and obtains all necessary consents and signatures from patients or family. Explains the facility's policies and procedures and answers routine questions. Additionally, Admitting Clerk coordinates patient intake and bed assignment processes with clinical or administrative teams. Follows all established policies and standards to preserve patient confidentiality, ensure data security and comply with all applicable regulations. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Admitting Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary: This position is primarily responsible for gathering data related to births, Acknowledgement of Paternity (AOP) processes, and required signatures and submitting the certified data to the State in an accurate and timely manner, as well as completion of footprint cards before the patient is discharged. Also responsible for backup prepping, scanning, and indexing the records into the Scanning and Archiving System, helping with Release of Information, and building Hospital Forms.
Qualifications/Reporting:
Required minimum education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Required minimum experience: Prior clerical experience preferred.
Required skills (if applicable): Great communication skills, knowledge of general office duties; familiar with operating personal computers.
Required license/certification: State of Texas Acknowledgment of Paternity annual certification. Initial State of Texas TxEVER training on birth certification.
Job reports to (title of the position): HIM Manager
Job titles reporting to this position: None
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