ER Clerk

• Base Starting wage: $15.50

Essential Functions:
Accurately enters insurance information into the registration database and reviews benefit information to determine up-front payment requirements.
Accurately posts up-front payments made by patients.
Confirms pre-admission information.
Obtains signatures on legal consents and insurance forms.
Verifies patient identity by checking identification, preparing and placing identification band on patients.
Admits emergency room and maternity patients.
Coordinates with the ER physician and staff with patient transfers by communicating with the ambulance and/or med flight staff.
Highly organized and able to perform professionally under pressure.
Able to multitask and is always aware of surroundings.
Accurately ensures that orders have been obtained and are copied in the registration database.
Maintains patient confidentiality

Skills Abilities:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels.
Ability to complete competency CPR and First Aid.
Ability to perform simple mathematical equations.
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of simple computer processes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of simple computer processes.

Working Conditions:
Exposure to distressed patients, families or visitors.
Possible exposure to inside environmental conditions.
Physical Demands:
Requires standing, sitting or walking for up to 8 hours or longer per workday.
The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of experience
Previous experience with registration/data entry
Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical diagnostic procedures.