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Mt. Ascutney Hospital Receptionist (Therapy Services) in Manchester, Iowa
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position provides clerical responsibilities for the Therapy Services Department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates Degree in Business or related field preferred
Medical background preferred (LPN, MA, CNA), not required
Comfortable in use of telephone answering or referring inquiries – proper telephone etiquette essential
Medical billing, coding, precertification experience preferred
Able to communicate appropriately, both orally and written to team members
Computer skills required
Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work environment, performing a variety of frequently changing tasks while being organized
Confidentiality of medical, personal and financial information gained in position must be maintained according to hospital and departmental policy
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Reports to the Therapy Services Manager
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Accurately assesses patients’ health insurance, need for prior authorizations, and allowed visits per year
Greets patients and visitors
Schedules patient appointments
Prepares physical therapy schedule for Therapist’s approval
Maintains records and documentation in a timely manner
Prepares statistical reports and quality monitor sheets
Performs secretarial and clinical tasks
Performs charging functions and enters information into computer system
Obtains insurance authorizations
Coordinate home care scheduling
DME inventory tracking
Assists in form development
Assists manager in coordination of day to day functions for therapists and manager
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