Tumor Registrar jobs in Binghamton, NY

Company Overview:

Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!

Position Overview: A laboratory admitting receptionist receives outpatient orders and is responsible for preparing accurate and up-to-date data information for registrations, requisitions and other processing duties. This position is also responsible for accurate and timely faxing of reports, screening telephone calls, provides information and refers questions to the appropriate area.

What you'll do:

• Register patients into the computer system with accurate demographic and insurance information, including scanning of requisitions into the appropriate medical record
• Verify insurance information using appropriate resources, ie: online insurance websites, programs linked to the health system computer
• Order and receiving orders placed, both electronically and manually , in the health system and Laboratory information systems (HIS and LIS)
• Ability to work with multiple types and forms of computer systems and programs
• Knowledge of laboratory tests, proper specimen containers, specimens and paperwork requirements

• Ability to work under pressure in a composed, efficient manner with members of the team in a professional and courteous manner
• Is flexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities not noted above.

Requirements:

Education High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience Minimum of six months office experience desired. Knowledge and experience in medical terminology, procedures, diagnosis, health insurance, customer service and computer programs desired.

Licensure Not required

Physical Requirements Repetitive use of hands and fingers (ie: use of computer keyboard). May require use of lifting and carrying light loads (up to 10 pounds). Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time.

At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at hr@cayugamed.org

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.

Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.