Surgery Registrar/Secretary - Fayette, AL

Overview

Responsible for admission/registration of patients and performance of clerical and receptionist duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete registration process on all incoming patients, including updating all patient information, making copies of required cards/ID, obtaining appropriate signatures.
• Verify insurance(s) and update guarantor information.
• Insure ABN process and communicates with physicians as appropriate.
• Obtain any required pre-certifications and referrals as appropriate
• Enter CPT codes to generate payment estimates in Accu-Reg. Collect monies for deposits, deductibles, and co-pays. All Accu -Reg errors are corrected daily
• Maintains/verifies surgical schedule
• Maintains statistics/logs as required by unit Manager/Director
• Participates in order entry, patient billing, orders and schedules/posts surgical patients with required information
• Responsible for ordering department/office supplies as needed or directed
• Will be responsible for maintaining meeting minutes as requested/assigned

      DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent clerical skills including ability to type 20 wpm and computer experience preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a courteous manner in stressful situations.
• Excellent telephone and customer services skills required.
• Healthcare experience and understanding of basic terminology preferred.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.