Admitting Supervisor - Flowood, United States - Merit Health River Oaks

Description

The Admissions Supervisor provides leadership, consultation and resources to the staff/shift providing Admission Services.

Uses the established principles of delegation and supervision to direct the activities and support staff in the delivery of patient registration and facility support services during their assigned shift.

The Supervisor also assumes Admitting Clerk responsibilities during their shift.

The Admitting Clerk provides patient registration services including patient interview, preparation of registration forms and other admission or transfer related requirements.

Creating a Customer Service environment, the Admitting Clerk assists with insurance verification and pre-certification through collaboration with Case Management and other departments to ensure comprehensive processing and continuum of care.

Education:
Some post-secondary education in healthcare discipline is preferred.
Must be able to read and write the equivalent of eighth grade English


Experience:
Basic knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. Supervisory or department leadership experience is strongly preferred.
Position requires efficient data entry skills, balancing figures, and understanding of reconciliation processes. Excellent customer relations and oral/written communication skills are required.