Registration Clerk, Patient Access - Penn Highlands Healthcare : Job Details

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.AS A REGISTRATION/PBX CLERK, you'll greet public/employees in a pleasant, empathetic and diplomatic manner. Obtains and enters into the HIS/EMR all biographic, demographic, and insurance information for admissions, same day surgery, short procedures, out patients, and emergency patients. Operates the hospital switchboard and monitors various alarm panels. Coordinates all outpatient procedures needed during the patient visit. Schedules and places orders for ancillary departments. Interacts with the technical staff as necessary. Performs miscellaneous hospital communications and clerical duties. Completes other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Be a High school graduate with office experience.Have two (2) years health care experience preferred.Have data entry, word processing, typing, filing and general office skills (scanner, fax machine, copier, telephone, etc.)Be a courteous public reception and proper telephone etiquette required. Must have an ability to problem solve.Have knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of Patient Registration/Admissions Process and Insurance coverage knowledge preferred.Have working knowledge of HIS/EMR entry system preferred.WHAT WE OFFER:Competitive Compensation based on experienceShift and Weekend Pay DifferentialsReferral Bonus OpportunitiesProfessional DevelopmentSupportive and Experienced PeersBENEFITS:Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start datePaid Time Off403(b) retirement plan with company matchShort & Long Term disability coverageLife InsuranceFlex Spending Account25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilitiesCafeteria DiscountEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Health & Wellness Programs