Patient Access Coordinator - Owatonna Clinic

Patient Access Coordinator - Owatonna Clinic

Description 0.5 FTE - Day / Evening Shifts Starting Wage - $19.59 - $24.49 At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher. Medical Insurance Paid Time Off Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Adoption Assistance Plan Qualifications : Health unit coordinator program certificate is preferred Medical background and knowledge of medical terminology preferred BLS certification within 90 days of hire Job Responsibilities : Registers patients, sets up insurance, and verifies demographics each time a patient arrives at the clinic or ambulatory surgery center. Manages all aspects of scheduling and promptly addresses delays or issues in the operating room. Greets patients and family members and directs or escorts patients to exam rooms. Answers incoming phone calls and directs them to the appropriate areas. Collects patient payments and co-pays at each visit. Schedules and verifies patient appointments. Maintains all accounts for patients at the facility for appointments. Maintains cash drawer. Works closely with clinicians and nursing staff. Completes email requests. Maintains and uses principles of aseptic techniques and infection control when performing clinical duties and tasks. Works with healthcare team to assure smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation. Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms, special order items, and supply storage areas using par levels of supplies, medications, linens, forms, and equipment. Manages information in accordance with state and federal regulations. Brings forth new ideas and suggestions to their supervisor. Scheduling flexibility to cover for absences (vacation, sick leaves, etc.) Maintains paper resources Schedules diagnostic tests Communicates with all levels of staff Receptionist duties including extensive computer work and phone communication Facilitates patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures Protects the confidentiality of patient information Makes patient follow-up appointments Administers the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice and Hospital Outpatient Observation Notice to patients Other duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Olmsted Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.