What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Registrar - ESCRC - White Plains position at Elizabeth Seton Children’s?
Responsibilities
Medical Registrar
Name:
Department: Administration
Effective Date: 3/1/2010
Reports To: Lanette Steed
Revised: 02/2015, 04/15, 03/24
Hours of Work: 37.5
Status: Full Time/Non-Exempt/Non-Union
Purpose of Your Position
This is an administrative support position that regularly assists managerial operation of the clinic by effectively greeting and managing the collection of relevant data during the patient registration process. Will manage, track, maintain, and collect documentation necessary for successful completion of the billing process.
Job Functions
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
1.
Verifies confidential commercial insurance information and Medicaid eligibility daily and obtains insurance carrier referrals and pre-authorizations.
2.
Makes independent decisions determining if patient can receive services based on information obtained from verification results.
3.
Coordinates all necessary follow-up with physicians and patients regarding eligibility. Instructs patient in steps needed to follow with insurance carrier.
4.
Review clinic appointments: oversees and verifies data entry information (biographical data and insurance information), contact scheduled patients via telephone on and before appointment date
5.
Maintain and update computer information system (Tel., insurance, service, diagnostic coding etc.). Notify departments of changes in patient eligibility status.
6.
Responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation of insurance cards, collections via check and/or credit card. Accept payments, provide receipts and log payments when needed.
7.
General clerical duties: daily data entry, photocopying, faxing, typing, filing and telephone duties.
8.
Interaction daily with patients’ families regarding information needed for services
9.
Perform routine tasks related to the ESCR program as deemed necessary by supervisor or ESCR executive staff.
10.
Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
11.
Comply with established ESCR policies and procedures re: quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control, confidentiality of patient information, customer service, attendance, punctuality, dress code, professional conduct, annual health assessments etc.
12.
Participates in all departmental in-services and staff development activities
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be subject to change and/or additions. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Qualifications
Employee Requirements:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
- Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and all other regulatory agencies.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this Center which includes a medical and physical examination
- Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Working Conditions:
- Will work in a well-lighted and ventilated area.
- Will be subject to frequent interruptions.
- May be asked to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
Experience
Experience
- 2 years’ experience in an outpatient pediatric environment preferred
- Strong Microsoft Office computer skills required
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
Salary Range:
$22.50/hr. to $24.00/hr.
Salary : $24
