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Required Skills

• Greet and assist the majority of visitors and patients, answering questions via telephone or in person, and providing directional information.
• Effectively perform general clerical and administrative functions.
• Complete all steps of pre-registration and registration, including patient interviews, obtaining signatures, providing Advance Directive information, and distributing hospital-specific literature.
• Pre-register and register all types of patients across multiple software systems.
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor with patients and colleagues.
• Conduct financial collections and referrals for Financial Counseling, interviewing and prescreening self-pay patients for potential financial assistance.
• Understand and comply with state and federal regulations, as well as hospital, department, and The Joint Commission policies related to patient access.
• Communicate effectively with ancillary departments, physicians, medical offices, and within the Patient Financial Services department.
• Conduct insurance verification tasks, pre-certification, and referral information from MD offices and insurance companies for both elective and emergent patients.
• Complete legal admission paperwork for psychiatric admissions in accordance with DHS guidelines.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient information.
• Check and restock supplies as needed.
• Participate in performance improvement activities for the department and organization.
• Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Complete annual educational and training requirements.
• Promote the mission, vision, and goals of the organization and department.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

1. Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area, and equipment.

• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Greet and assist the majority of visitors and patients, answering questions via telephone or in person, and providing directional information.
• Effectively perform general clerical and administrative functions.
• Complete all steps of pre-registration and registration, including patient interviews, obtaining signatures, providing Advance Directive information, and distributing hospital-specific literature.
• Pre-register and register all types of patients across multiple software systems.
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor with patients and colleagues.
• Conduct financial collections and referrals for Financial Counseling, interviewing and prescreening self-pay patients for potential financial assistance.
• Understand and comply with state and federal regulations, as well as hospital, department, and The Joint Commission policies related to patient access.
• Communicate effectively with ancillary departments, physicians, medical offices, and within the Patient Financial Services department.
• Conduct insurance verification tasks, pre-certification, and referral information from MD offices and insurance companies for both elective and emergent patients.
• Complete legal admission paperwork for psychiatric admissions in accordance with DHS guidelines.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient information.
• Check and restock supplies as needed.
• Participate in performance improvement activities for the department and organization.
• Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Complete annual educational and training requirements.
• Promote the mission, vision, and goals of the organization and department.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Required Skills

• Greet the majority of visitors and patients, answer patient questions (via telephone/ in person) and give directional information.

• Effectively perform general clerical/administrative functions.

• Responsible for completing all steps of pre-registration/registration including patient interview, obtaining of signatures, providing Advance Directive information and distributes hospital specific literature.

• Pre-register and register all types of patients in multiple software systems.

• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.

• Maintains a professional demeanor in respect to patients and fellow employees.

• Ability to conduct financial collections and referrals for Financial Counseling. Ability to interview/prescreen self pay patients for possible financial assistance.

• Understands and complies with state and federal regulations as well as hospital, department and The Joint Commission policies and procedures related to patient access.

• Communicates with ancillary department, physicians, medical offices and within Patient Financial Services department.

• Conducts insurance verification tasks, pre-certification, or referral information from MD offices and/or insurance companies and authorization for elective and emergent patients.

• Ability to complete legal admission paperwork for psychiatric admits in accordance to DHS guidelines.

• Ensures accurate documentation of patient information.

• Responsible for checking and re-stocking supplies as needed.

• Participates in performance improvement activities for the department and organization.

• Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines and patient confidentiality policies.

• Completes annual educational and training requirements.

• Promotes the mission, vision, and goals of the organization and department.

• Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Utilizes customer service skills by providing support to patients, visitors, physicians, residents, medical students and staff. Greets, communicates effectively and registers/checks in outpatients in a positive, accurate and professional manner. Round regularly in the Imaging reception areas and act as a liaison between modalities and patients/families.

1. Answers phones utilizing proper phone etiquette to provide great customer service and meet customer needs.

1. Prepares digital images for continuation of care, medical records, and patients.

1. Ensures proper recording and transmission of appropriate patient and exam indicator information.
2. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Monitors the Radiation Information System (RIS) to ensure all operations are running and relay issues to the appropriate personnel.

1. Acts as liaison between patient floors, staff, outside physicians, Radiology Information System staff and Radiologists, and also between the radiologists and ordering clinician for reporting critical results in compliance with departmental policy.

1. Provides assistance to physicians, medical students and residents.

1. Provides assistance for and has functional knowledge of the web browser.

1. Reviews and performs account merges to maintain patient data accuracy.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

1. Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area, and equipment.

• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

1. Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area, and equipment.

• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Greet and assist the majority of visitors and patients, answering questions via telephone or in person, and providing directional information.
• Effectively perform general clerical and administrative functions.
• Complete all steps of pre-registration and registration, including patient interviews, obtaining signatures, providing Advance Directive information, and distributing hospital-specific literature.
• Pre-register and register all types of patients across multiple software systems.
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor with patients and colleagues.
• Conduct financial collections and referrals for Financial Counseling, interviewing and prescreening self-pay patients for potential financial assistance.
• Understand and comply with state and federal regulations, as well as hospital, department, and The Joint Commission policies related to patient access.
• Communicate effectively with ancillary departments, physicians, medical offices, and within the Patient Financial Services department.
• Conduct insurance verification tasks, pre-certification, and referral information from MD offices and insurance companies for both elective and emergent patients.
• Complete legal admission paperwork for psychiatric admissions in accordance with DHS guidelines.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient information.
• Check and restock supplies as needed.
• Participate in performance improvement activities for the department and organization.
• Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Complete annual educational and training requirements.
• Promote the mission, vision, and goals of the organization and department.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

1. Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area, and equipment.

• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Greet and assist the majority of visitors and patients, answering questions via telephone or in person, and providing directional information.
• Effectively perform general clerical and administrative functions.
• Complete all steps of pre-registration and registration, including patient interviews, obtaining signatures, providing Advance Directive information, and distributing hospital-specific literature.
• Pre-register and register all types of patients across multiple software systems.
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor with patients and colleagues.
• Conduct financial collections and referrals for Financial Counseling, interviewing and prescreening self-pay patients for potential financial assistance.
• Understand and comply with state and federal regulations, as well as hospital, department, and The Joint Commission policies related to patient access.
• Communicate effectively with ancillary departments, physicians, medical offices, and within the Patient Financial Services department.
• Conduct insurance verification tasks, pre-certification, and referral information from MD offices and insurance companies for both elective and emergent patients.
• Complete legal admission paperwork for psychiatric admissions in accordance with DHS guidelines.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient information.
• Check and restock supplies as needed.
• Participate in performance improvement activities for the department and organization.
• Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Complete annual educational and training requirements.
• Promote the mission, vision, and goals of the organization and department.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.