The Role
Register emergency department patients accurately, collect demographic and insurance information, verify benefits, copays, and deductibles, and enter Medicare MSP data. The role requires professional customer service, accurate computer and typing skills, independent decision-making, deadline management, and reliable attendance during as-needed 12-hour shifts.
Summary Generated by Built In
Description
PURPOSE STATEMENT
As directed, complete accurate registration of all patients presenting to Western Missouri Medical Center for clinical testing, verification of accounts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform registration duties as requested.
- Obtain correct patient demographic and insurance information.
- Determine Benefits, Co-Pays and deductibles.
- Collect and enter accurate MSP information for Medicare patients.
- Demonstrate competency with equipment, utilizes supplies and equipment properly.
- Demonstrate behaviors which promote professionalism.
- Work without constant supervision, meets deadlines, makes decision based on relevant facts.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Perform other essential duties as assigned.
Shift Requirements
- 12-hour shifts.
- 6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. as unit requires.
- All shifts are as needed by ED department
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Typing skills of 45+ WPM
- Previous clerical experience.
- Great customer service skills.
- Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
- Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
- Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
- Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
- Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
- Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
- Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Typing speed of 45 or more words per minute
- Previous clerical experience
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work independently within hospital or clinic policies and procedures
- Ability to sit and stand intermittently for 8 to 10 hours per day
- Ability to use standard office equipment, telephone, and computer keyboard
- Ability to lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Am I A Good Fit?
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is a fully-accredited, not-for-profit acute care county medical center committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Johnson County and the surrounding communities. It offers comprehensive health care services including emergency care, obstetrics, surgery, family healthcare, and rehabilitation services.
