Merakey Jobs

Position Type: Full-time (Monday - Friday)

QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Check in patients for Clinic, Therapy, Radiology, Cardiac Rehab, Drug Screens, Nurse Visits, Diabetic Education,and Specialty Providers

Confirm and update patient information as they check in (ID, insurance cards, address, phone number)

Scan in ID and insurance cards

Ensure required documents are presented to the patient, and the signature is captured

Monitor and correct errors in workques for registration

Answer phones/check messages

Offer HPE to self-pay patients and help them apply for HPE (Temporary State Medical Insurance)

Sign patients up for MyChart

Take payments and direct them to the billing department when necessary

Provide patients with the necessary paperwork for different appointments

Coordinate required paperwork for appointments (pre-op, payment authorizations, medical clearance, DOT, WSI)

Schedule appointments while following each providers guidelines

Assist in Therapy schedules

Schedule and coordinate with Lab, Cardiac Rehab, Diabetic Education, and Drug Screens

Obtain authorization on corporate account physicals and drug screens

Take detailed messages for nursing staff and providers in electronic health records and designate them to the appropriate person/group

Answer patient's questions regarding various departments throughout the facility or directing patients to the person with those answers

Greet everyone as they enter the facility with a friendly demeanor

Direct patients to the correct departments of the facility

Help to coordinate outpatient radiology services (MRI, Ultrasound)

Help to coordinate specialty providers

Collect and record copays/payments for visits and therapy and post payment on accounts

Assist self-pay patients in obtaining quotes for services and collecting payment for those services

Have patients sign record release forms for Medical Records

Perform all duties assigned by supervisor or CEO

ADDITIONAL TASKS

Treats all residents and patients with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents and patients rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents, patients, and themselves.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or CEO.

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents and patients from abuse and cooperates with all investigations.

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facilitys emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND TRAITS DESIRED/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork.

Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, patients, family members, visitors, government gencies/personnel and the general public.

Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, patients, family and staff.

Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents and patients during emergency situations.

Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, patients, family members, visitors or personnel.

Intermediate computer skills, including ability to create documents in various programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe), and navigate electronic medical record systems.

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

Works in well-lit, ventilated area.

Subject to frequent interruptions.

Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.

Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.

BENEFITS 403(b) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan. Paid Vacation: Enjoy well-deserved time off with paid vacation days. Floating Holiday: Celebrate special occasions or take a break when it suits you. Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy. Dental Insurance: Maintain your oral health with our dental insurance plan. Optional Life Insurance: Additional peace of mind with optional life insurance coverage. Paid Sick Leave: We prioritize your health and well-being with paid sick leave. Paid Holidays: Celebrate holidays with paid time off.

ABOUT TIOGA MEDICAL CENTER Tioga Medical Center is committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our rural community. Our facility, encompassing a clinic, long-term care unit, hospital, and independent living spaces, offers a holistic approach to patient care. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and residents.

Tioga Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.