Patient Admission Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Bakersfield, California, United States Good Samaritan Hospital Full time
II. POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Admitting Manager, the Patient Admission Coordinator is tasked with all responsibilities associated with patient intake and front desk operations. This role emphasizes fostering effective communication with various departments within the healthcare facility and related organizations, including but not limited to medical offices and insurance providers.

III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Patient Admission Responsibilities:
  • The Patient Admission Coordinator is accountable for processing the registrations of all inpatients and outpatients.
  • This position involves assisting clients with their registration documentation.
  • The Coordinator serves as the initial point of contact for all patients entering the facility, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all registration details.
  • Creation and management of a financial dossier for each patient admitted is a key responsibility.
  • Verification of insurance details may also fall under the Coordinator's duties.
  • All necessary facesheets must be faxed to the appropriate medical offices and/or clinics.
  • The Coordinator is responsible for the generation and accuracy of hospital census reports distributed throughout the facility.
Receptionist Responsibilities:
  • The Patient Admission Coordinator handles all front desk duties during evenings and weekends, including signing in and directing visitors to the correct areas of the facility.
  • Operation of the hospital switchboard to manage incoming and outgoing calls is also a responsibility.
  • Overhead paging for the facility, including emergency situations, is part of the role, with access to an updated extension list.
Requirements:

IV. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a background as a Medical Assistant is preferred. Basic typing skills and proficiency with office equipment are necessary; a foundational course in medical terminology is advantageous.

V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  1. Physical Activity - The role may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, with a negligible amount of force consistently to move objects. The physical demands exceed those of sedentary work, necessitating walking or standing significantly or the operation of controls while seated.
  2. Working Hazards or Risks - There is a potential for musculoskeletal injuries related to the handling of files and office equipment.
  3. OSHA Blood Borne Risk Category III.

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