Front Desk Registrar Physical Therapy Mercy Health West Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Work Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Scheduling & Billing Specialist West Hospital

Job Summary :

The Scheduler is responsible to coordinate and schedule patient testing and procedures including interacting with physician offices other health care providers and staff in departments that provide services to ensure patients are scheduled as soon as possible. This role will enter patient data into the computer system and complete general office work for the department as needed. May serve as receptionist for patients.

Essential Functions :

• Prepares posts and distributes daily schedules. Reviews and updates schedule daily. Communicates any changes affecting the next days schedule to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains and secures replacement staff for staffing levels that meet required guidelines and communicates staffing needs to off shift supervisor and Director. Reports all issues to leadership.
• Reviews and corrects weekly attendance sheets to ensure accurate payroll. May approve / disapprove PTO and vacation requests according to established nursing guidelines and labor contracts. Tracks and completes attendance actions for supervisor review. Maintains agency information including orientation checklists reports of usage and completion verification.
• Verifies patient information from physicians offices as well as equipment needs special requests and positioning. Communicates special equipment instruments and supply requests to appropriate staff. Verifies all patient names procedures surgeons and times with Registration / Admitting.
• Ensures correct orders diagnosis and clinical history is collected and entered into computer system.
• Provides physician office staff and / or patient with hospital approved instructions regarding test preparation. Answers questions pertaining to testing scheduling and testing preparation. Refers patient to specialty area staff instructions which are outside of the ordinary.
• Maintains patient records from the previous day ensuring all records are accounted for. Maintains surgical logbook as needed. Compiles daily census statistics and distributes reports.
• Obtain necessary insurance pre-authorization and pre-certifications. Responsible for prior authorization and registration functions.
• Ensures accurate patient identification by consistently verifying two patient identifiers in accordance with hospital policy and patient safety standards.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education :

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Associate degree in business Healthcare or related field (preferred)

Licensure / Certification :

None

Experience :

2 years of previous scheduling and payroll experience (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS / FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders

Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department :

OP Physical Therapy - West - Harrison

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .

Key Skills

Patient Care,Anatomy Knowledge,Physiology Knowledge,Medical office experience,Office Experience,Patient Assessment,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Front Desk,Teaching,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1