Tenet Healthcare Corporation Sunnyvale , TX 75182
Posted 4 days ago
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include: greeting customers following standards of care, providing world-class customer service, answers inbound & outbound calls, performs PBX operations, executes reception/basic demographic quick registration data entry, and thoroughly explaining and secure Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of Services, Consent for Treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Others may be assigned.
Greeting customers following Standards of Care, provides world-class customer service, executes reception/basic demographic Quick Registration data entry, places & verifies patient armbands, completes patient demographic forms, adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures, thoroughly explains and secures Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of services, Consent for treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.).
Answers inbound & outbound phone calls, performs private branch exchange (PBX) telephone system operator functions in adherence to Hospital policies & protocols.
Scan Protected Health Information, create and file patient information packets/folders for upcoming Hospital services
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm
Demonstrated working knowledge of PC/CRT/printer
Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred
Customer service skills and experience
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications
Course in Medical Terminology required
Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred
Understanding of Compliance standards preferred
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external Clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preferred to perform the job.
High School Diploma or GED required
0 - 1 year in a Customer Service role.
0 - 1 year administrative experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area preferred
Some college coursework is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to sit at computer terminal for extended periods of time
Occasionally lift/carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
Frequent prolonged standing, sitting, and walking
Occasionally push a wheelchair to assist patients with mobility problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hospital administration
Can work in patient care locations which include potential exposure to life-threatening patient conditions.
OTHER
Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on departmental/system demands.
Uses proper negotiation techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guarantors.
Resolves Physician's office and Patient issues. May experience extreme patient volumes and uncooperative Patients.
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Tenet Healthcare Corporation