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Patient Accommodations Coordinator PRN Days

Bhs

Job Summary: Ensures that all reservations along with pre-cert information are obtained for all scheduled admissions.

About Bhs

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Responsibilities

  • Coordinates reservations on all patients entering the hospital, assigns all patient rooms for medical/surgical and monitored step-down units and coordinates bed assignments with Behavioral Health, Rehab, Mother/Baby, Palliative Care, Pediatrics and Critical Care.
  • Obtains pre-certifications for scheduled admissions prior to admission of patient.
  • Position necessitates the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, hospital personnel, physicians, and other customers.
  • Must always display a courteous and helpful attitude toward patients, public and fellow employees and have a positive working relationship with all departments, floors, and doctors' offices.

Requirements

  • Verifies insurance Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; experience in patient registration procedures, medical terminology, medical office functions, Excel, Microsoft applications and computer keyboard experience.
  • Prefer prior work experience with insurance verification.
  • Must maintain composure when under pressure due to a shortage of beds.
  • Must be experienced in the use of various office machines.
  • Must type 45 wpm.
  • Must exhibit good telephone skills.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.