About the Role
Perform clerical work in the front desk registration department, supporting patient registration, appointment scheduling, and patient processing under the direct supervision of the Site Manager.
Responsibilities
- Distribute and explain registration forms to patients.
- Answer front desk telephone.
- Make appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) for various clinic services.
- Update patient insurance and demographic information at each visit.
- Perform insurance verifications according to policy and procedure.
- Collect and file registration forms in medical charts.
- Assign chart numbers and prepare medical records.
- Make copies of necessary documents for medical charts.
- Enter demographic, insurance data, and relevant notes for registered patients in the PMS.
- Determine patient fee codes based on sliding fee scale and income documentation.
- Direct patient payments for self-pay, co-pays, and deductibles to the clerk/cashier.
- Direct front desk calls to appropriate clinic departments or individuals.
- Generate patient identification cards.
- Answer patient questions regarding clinic services and registration.
- Explain health center policies on payments, charges, co-pays, deductibles, and hours of operation.
- Direct patients to appropriate clinic areas for visits.
- Assist the Center and patients with all aspects of the registration process, ensuring proper clerical support and documentation.
- Travel to all sites when assigned.
Skills
- Ability to follow written instructions
- Ability to follow oral instructions
Experience Level
- One year experience in a clinic setting (preferred)
Education Level
- High School Graduate
- GED Certificate
