Admitting Clerk jobs in Alaska

Admitting Clerk performs routine registration, data collection, and administrative tasks to admit patients to a healthcare facility. Inputs patient demographic information into the designated system, collects and validates insurance or financial information. Being an Admitting Clerk reviews paperwork and obtains all necessary consents and signatures from patients or family. Explains the facility's policies and procedures and answers routine questions. Additionally, Admitting Clerk coordinates patient intake and bed assignment processes with clinical or administrative teams. Follows all established policies and standards to preserve patient confidentiality, ensure data security and comply with all applicable regulations. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Admitting Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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PAR - Admitting
  • PeaceHealth
  • Ketchikan, AK PART_TIME
  • Description

    Job Description

    PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Admitting for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.47 – $31.69. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

    Assists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification. Acts as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services.

    • Hiring Bonus may be Available. *** Spotlight on PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center Ketchikan, AK

    Details of the positions:

    • Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data. May register patients using varying methods depending upon location, which may include mobile cart.
    • Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types.
    • Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival.
    • Assists with departmental coverage as needed.
    • Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals.
    • May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment.
    • Management of ED incoming phone calls, and may be required to provide switchboard coverage.
    • Monitor OB Prosec/McKinley alarm system.
    • May be required to assist with Cardiac Rehab departmental charge entry.
    • May work with healthcare team to obtain VA/Tricare or State of Alaska Medicaid Authorization for medical care and/or travel, including air or ground transportation and lodging/meals for patients and their escorts (if applicable), who are referred by PeaceHealth to medical facilities in and outside of the State of Alaska.
    • When necessary, effectively communicates with care team, VA/Tricare, or State of Alaska Medicaid travel on behalf of patient and referring provider. Maintains VA and/or State of Alaska log; accurately tracking authorization status and voucher usage for stocking adequate supply.

    What you bring:

    • Minimum of 1 year Required: Medical office or related customer service experience and
    • Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
    • Strong background in customer service may be considered in lieu of medical office or related experience.
    • Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally. (Required)
    • Excellent time management skills, with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines. (Required)
    • Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills. (Required)

    For a full description of the position, or for questions, please email

    PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to

    For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

    PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.
  • 3 Days Ago

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PAR Lead - Admitting
  • PeaceHealth
  • Ketchikan, AK FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionJob DescriptionPeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative Lead - Admitting for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.6...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Registration Representative I - Hospital Admitting
  • Foundation Health Partners
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • This position greets patients and families, conducts patient registration, and obtains financial reimbursement and applicable insurance information for all patients accessing service at FHP medical fa...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Registration Representative I - Hospital Admitting Emergency Department
  • Foundation Health Partners
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • Job ID: 2024-13968 Category: Administrative/Clerical Facility Name: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Position Type: FA: Full Time Shift: Days New Grad: Yes OverviewThis position greets patients and familie...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Clerk
  • Fred Meyer
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in rea...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Clerk
  • Fred Meyer
  • Anchorage, AK FULL_TIME
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in rea...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Admitting Clerk
  • Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
  • Newberry, MI
  • Serving Luce County and the surrounding area since 1965, Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is DNV Accredited, Critical Access ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk
  • Merit Health - Rankin
  • Brandon, MS
  • Registers patients and processes related paperwork. Duties include interviewing patients, preparing standard registratio...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk PRN
  • Jefferson Memorial Hospital
  • Jefferson City, TN
  • At Tennova Healthcare, we strive to be simply the best. The best for our community, for our providers and for our employ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk (Emergency Department)
  • Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
  • Mooresville, NC
  • Registers patients and processes related paperwork. Duties include interviewing patients, preparing standard registratio...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk - Patient Access, FT, 7am-330pm
  • Tennova Knoxville Physician RMC - Turkey Creek
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Registers patients and processes related paperwork. Duties include interviewing patients, preparing standard registratio...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk -- Admitting -- Greenbrier Valley Medical Center - 1320 Maplewood
  • CAMC Health System
  • Greenbrier, AR
  • Job Summary Accountable for interviewing the incoming patient or patient representative, recording the information requi...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admitting Clerk - Registration - General Hospital
  • CAMC Health System
  • Charleston, WV
  • Job Summary Accountable for interviewing the incoming patient or patient representative, recording the information requi...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admissions Clerk
  • Parkway Health and Rehab Center
  • Memphis, TN
  • Purpose The primary purpose of your job position is to obtain required infonnation and admit residents in an efficient m...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alaska is the northernmost and westernmost state in the United States and has the most easterly longitude in the United States because the Aleutian Islands extend into the Eastern Hemisphere. Alaska is the only non-contiguous U.S. state on continental North America; about 500 miles (800 km) of British Columbia (Canada) separates Alaska from Washington. It is technically part of the continental U.S., but is sometimes not included in colloquial use; Alaska is not part of the contiguous U.S., often called "the Lower 48". The capital city, Juneau, is situated on the mainland of the North American ...
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Income Estimation for Admitting Clerk jobs
$39,631 to $48,904

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