Administrative Support III - Stettler

Job summary:

Obtains and records accurate demographic & financial information on patients by interviewing patients family members &/or care providers Verifies patient eligibility as it relates to healthcare coverage Reviews Financial Agreement Forms & ensures that forms are completed appropriately Prepares identification labels identification wristbands & verifies patient's name date of birth when applying wristband to patient Consistently applies best practice as outlined in the Provincial Registration Standards & Practices Manual.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Medical Terminology certificate required testing done prior to interview Accurate typing speed of 40 wpm required testing done prior to interview Strong computer skills required Demonstrated proficiency in the English language both written oral required Employs effective communication skills promoting adhering to excellent customer service in every interaction regardless of who it is with Must have excellent communication skills as there is a high degree of interaction with patients & a variety of disciplines at all levels of the organization Ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment including working under pressure adapting responding to changing priorities meeting deadlines Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Able to work all shifts as operationally required Post-secondary education applicable to position MOA/Unit Clerk/Admitting Clerk with no less than one year experience is preferred Experience in a healthcare medical office setting is preferred Experience practicing N-O-D tells the patient his/her name explains his/her occupation what he/she will be assisting the patient with

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