Organization:

EMC - Eden Medical Center

Position Overview:

Completes registration of patients into the computer system while coordinating their placement with the Nursing Units.

Job Description:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Processes pre-admission and admissions.
• Reviews hospital admissions to ensure accurate financial and demographic data and documentation have been obtained and properly entered into the hospital records.
• When applicable, verifies insurance benefits assigned to the hospital to determine if insurance coverage meets the standards of admission as stated in hospital policy.
• Explains financial requirements to the patient or responsible party and collects deposits or deductibles as required.
• Immediately notifies Manager/Financial Counselor concerning admissions that do no meet the hospital financial policy criteria.
• Processes work within standards set by Department Manager.
• Assists the supervisor with census control and census corrections.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments for blood transfusions and chemotherapy.
• Compiles and distributes information regarding patients’ personal, insurance, and financial status. Updates registration information as more becomes available. Provides appropriate forms to billing and other departments.
• Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
• Makes bed assignments based on availability, patient preference, condition, and diagnosis.
• Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies.
• Processes pre-admission and admissions.
• Reviews hospital admissions to ensure accurate financial and demographic data and documentation have been obtained and properly entered into the hospital records.
• When applicable, verifies insurance benefits assigned to the hospital to determine if insurance coverage meets the standards of admission as stated in hospital policy.
• Explains financial requirements to the patient or responsible party and collects deposits or deductibles as required.
• Immediately notifies Manager/Financial Counselor concerning admissions that do no meet the hospital financial policy criteria.
• Processes work within standards set by Department Manager.
• Assists the supervisor with census control and census corrections.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments for blood transfusions and chemotherapy.
• Compiles and distributes information regarding patients’ personal, insurance, and financial status. Updates registration information as more becomes available. Provides appropriate forms to billing and other departments.
• Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
• Makes bed assignments based on availability, patient preference, condition, and diagnosis.
• Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies.

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• Minimum Experience: On-the-job or equivalent training in registration procedures
• 1 year recent registration experience in acute care setting preferred. Flexible assessment will be utilized.

PAY RANGE: 27.29 - 34.56

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Once a Month

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.