Pre-Registered - Pre-Certification Registration PRN
Beckley, WV 
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Job Description
Raleigh General Hospital
Description Raleigh General Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300 bed facility caring for nearly 13,000 patients each year with over 50,000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.

Where We Are:

Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic, cultural, and recreational opportunities. From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions, Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.

Why Choose Us:

* Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

* Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

* Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

* Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants

* Professional development opportunities and CE assistance

* And much more...

Position Summary:

Performs receptionist, registration, and clerical duties associated with direct and scheduled patient admissions.

Essential Functions:

Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.
Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.
Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.
Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Calculates and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.
Researches Patient Visit History to ensure compliance with regulatory reimbursement regulations, and completes documentation as required for various managed care contracts.
Refers patients, based upon established guidelines, to outside agencies for assistance or internally to Benefits Advisor or others when needed for financial guidance.
Prepares daily reconciliation and integrity of cash drawer.

Reports to: Assistant Director of Patient Registration

Qualifications
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent required or 3 years of directly related experience may be substituted for the required education.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
Ability to use standard office equipment, including computer, calculator, copy machine, fax machine.
Attention to detail.
Organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Minimum Work Experience
Medical terminology, billing and/or collection experience preferred. Computer experience required.
At least three years of insurance verification experience preferred.

EEOC Statement:

Raleigh General Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Administration/Clerical
Primary Location West Virginia-Beckley
Schedule Per Diem/PRN
Work Schedule PRN - rotate weekends, various shifts

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3+ years
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