Admission Clerk

South Sunflower County Hospital
South Sunflower County Hospital·Indianola, Mississippi·1 week ago
Full-timeOn-site

Job Description

Description Medical Office Receptionist Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Medical Office Receptionist, where your organizational skills and compassionate approach will contribute to providing exceptional patient care. This role offers an engaging environment in a busy medical practice, with opportunities for growth and professional development. Key Responsibilities: - Verify patient demographics and insurance information for accuracy and completeness - Check patients' credit status and review all notes on accounts to ensure proper documentation - Collect co-pays and payments for office visits, laboratory services, and other procedures - Balance the cash drawer accurately at the end of each shift - Print fee tickets and direct patients to the appropriate waiting areas - Collect additional payments as directed by healthcare providers - Schedule and confirm appointments for all physicians and nurse practitioners - Schedule return visits and follow-up appointments - Issue work or school excuses as needed - Type and prepare statements, letters, and other correspondence - Work hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or until relieved, with one late evening shift per week and a rotation of 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM shifts - Perform other administrative duties as assigned, supporting the smooth operation of the practice Skills and Qualifications: - Ability to read and comprehend medical and administrative documents - Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of all units of measure - Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with the public - Physical ability to stand, walk, stoop, or crouch as needed - Ability to talk and hear clearly to interact with patients and staff - Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting is preferred - Proficiency with computers and medical scheduling software We foster a welcoming and collaborative environment that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about patient service, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our healthcare team. Requirements Ability to read and comprehend medical and administrative documents - Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of all units of measure - Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with the public - Physical ability to stand, walk, stoop, or crouch, lift up to 5 pounds as needed - Ability to talk and hear clearly to interact with patients and staff - Previous experience in a medical office or healthcare setting is preferred - Proficiency with computers and medical scheduling software

Skills Required

Patient registrationInsurance verificationMedical schedulingCash handlingData entryCommunicationProblem-solvingMedical terminologyAdministrative supportCustomer serviceMathematical skillsComputer proficiency

About the Company

South Sunflower County Hospital

South Sunflower County Hospital