Patient Access Representative (Rehab Services)

Gila Regional Medical Center

  • Silver City, NM
  • 19 days ago

    Highlights

    S/he seeks appropriate insurance authorizations, registers and schedules patients, tracks necessary rehab department data, and accurately completes required correspondence to include: emails, faxing, memos, and phone communication. Ability to pass the Rehab Department Aquatic Competency test within 90 days of hire if aquatic/pool use is part of work requirements.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSilver City, NM

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    Job Type

    Full-time

    Description

    The Rehab Registration Clerk is responsible for assisting in managing therapist schedules. S/he seeks appropriate insurance authorizations, registers and schedules patients, tracks necessary rehab department data, and accurately completes required correspondence to include: emails, faxing, memos, and phone communication.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Answers the phone greets patients, family members and staff in a professional manner, with accurate follow up.
    • Schedules and registers patients.
    • Assists with obtaining insurance authorizations in a timely manner.
    • Verifies insurance.
    • Faxes documents and copies medical records.
    • Tracks patient visits and other Rehab Department data.
    • Enters data into Meditech and other programs as required.
    • Maintains files.
    • Follows hospital policies and procedures regarding documentation, security and confidentiality.
    • Attends department meetings.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

    • Minimum High School Diploma or GED
    • Ability to pass the Rehab Department Aquatic Competency test within 90 days of hire if aquatic/pool use is part of work requirements
    • Clerical skills, including computer, typing, filing, and faxing.

    Note: Job description available upon requestAll required documents must be presented at time of hire.EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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