*Schedule: Contingent PRN, Day Shift* * * *Your experience matters* UP Health System Bell is part ofLifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Processing Clerk joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to/making communities healthier////®/. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. *How you’ll contribute* A Patient Processing Clerk**who excels in this role: · Performs receptionist, registration, and clerical duties associated with direct and scheduled patients for Radiology Department. Schedules procedures for all modalities within the Radiology Department as well as Interventional Procedures/Clinic procedures for Interventional Radiologist. · Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the scheduling system with timeliness and accuracy. · Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members. · Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding scheduling of exams and obtain pre authorization for insurance if needed. · Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. · Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, safety standards, and sensitivity to confidential information. · Maintains, utilizes and provides patients with necessary paperwork per legislative regulation and Hospital policy. · Represents Bell Hospital in welcoming all patients and/or visitors. · Conducts oneself in a manner appropriate to the maintenance of good guest relations. · Reviews admissions, outpatients and emergency room face sheets and data collected for thoroughness and accuracy of patient information. · Maintain records and paperwork for documentation for patient care as required. · Maintains a well organized and clean environment to work at maximum efficiency and · Alerts necessary personnel of private pay patients, Medicaid, Medicare and other contractually governed patients to insure proper authorizations are obtained and financial arrangements are made. · Prints and files patient orders regularly so they are available when patient arrives · Updates computer entry information. · Maintain all items for stock. · Report repair issues to IT or Maintenance as appropriate. · Participates in staff meetings, provides input and ideas in a positive and problem solving manner. · Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. · Support the culture of service excellence throughout the organization. · Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participate in professional development opportunities. · Performs other related duties as assigned. · Completes annual educational requirements. · Understands and adheres to Bell's compliance standards as they appear in Bell's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. · Computer and/or keyboarding skills required. Excellent human relations and oral/written communication. Excellent organizational abilities. Demonstrated teamwork skills. Ability to deal with change. Demonstrates a positive attitude towards initiating continuous improvement. Ability to respond appropriately even in challenging situations. Ability to work without direct supervision. Familiarity with Medical Terminology.** UP Health System Bell is a Joint Commission Accredited Critical Access Hospital providing a spectrum of health and wellness services. Established more than 100 years ago, UP Health System Bell offers Inpatient, Outpatient, and Post-Acute care through its 25-bed critical access facility and many physician practices. UP Health System Bell is a verified Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services and an Accredited Sleep Medicine Center through The Joint Commission. *EEOC Statement* UP Health System Bellis an Equal Opportunity Employer.UP Health System Bellis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.” *_ _* Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional requirements include: · Knowledge of medical terminology** · Must be able to multi task** · 2 years experience as an admitting clerk, receptionist or secretary in a healthcare setting.** · Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.** **Job:** **Administration/Clerical* **Organization:** ** **Title:** *Patient Processing Clerk-Radiology, PRN* **Location:** *Michigan-Ishpeming* **Requisition ID:** *7442-1923*