What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Registration Clerk position at Methodist McKinney Hospital?
Hiring for PRN registration clerk at Methodist McKinney Hospital
Since opening our doors in February 2010, Methodist McKinney Hospital has had one primary objective - to consistently raise the bar and set a new standard in the healthcare industry. Home to an award-winning preferred physician network, top of the line staff and a positive workplace culture we are proud to become the trusted "healthcare family" for patients and physicians in our community. The 200 expert physicians at Methodist McKinney Hospital cover a broad range of specialties.
Registration Clerk duties :
- Greets patients / families promptly and courteously as the patient arrives at the facility.
- Answers the telephone, provides requested information or takes messages, and directs caller to the appropriate personnel.
- Provides interpretation of forms to be signed upon admission including patient rights and living will questions.
- Reviews all patient forms for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate signatures.
- Obtains and enters new patient demographics and updates patient information, as necessary, in the computer system to maintain accuracy for billing.
- Collects deposits and / or co-pays according to established guidelines.
- Practices caution and uses good judgment in relaying messages and giving information to patients, families, and visitors.
- Directs any patient, family, or visitor complaints to the appropriate person for prompt resolution.
- Maintains a clean and orderly waiting room.
- Performs a variety of clerical duties.
- Utilize concepts of age / developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
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