Receptionist/Registration at Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Georgia

Staffs patient front and/or discharge windows to include receiving visitors and patients, ascertaining their needs and directing them accordingly. Performs related clerical duties; entering information into systems, collecting forms; and completing medical chart entries; collecting fees as appropriate and answering phones. Registers new patients, verifies and updates demographic and insurance information of established patients in record and computer. Verifies co-pays and coverage. Monitors reception area and patient flow, notifies patient of delays. Reconciles daily patient receipts. Provides other clerical support and department duties as necessary and/or as assigned by the office manager or physician.

High School diploma or GED equivalent. One (1) year in physician office or related hospital experience. AHA BLS certification required. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques. Knowledge of medical billing procedures. Word processing and/or data entry skills. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. Receptionist skills. Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records. Ability to develop and maintain filing systems. Ability to interact and communicate with people in person and over the telephone, often in stressful situations. Knowledge of the nature and provisions of alternate health insurance plans. Knowledge of pre-certification requirements, procedures and documentation of third party medical insurance payers.

Successful candidates will be subject to criminal background and drug screens.

EOE/AA/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled