Tumor Registrar jobs in Lafayette, LA

JOB

SUMMARY:

Obtains

all necessary demographic and insurance information required from patients, and

otherwise ensures that all patients registered in the hospital are done so in

an accurate and timely manner. Completes

all necessary paperwork and obtains signatures necessary to complete the

registration process. Calculates and

collects uninsured patients’ deposits for diagnostic services; collects ER

copays; collects deductibles from patients who are admitted; and collects

patients’ portion as indicated by the Financial Counselor for scheduled

services. Informs patients of hospital

financial obligations on older accounts and collects upon these past accounts. Communicates in a customer-friendly, professional

manner to assist our patients, visitors and other customers. Must be willing to work in any aspect of the

registration process including pre-registration, Emergency Room, front lobby

registrations on either the main and north campus, or insurance

verification. May operate the telephone

switchboard during breaks and after hours.

Performs other work assigned during evening and slower periods of

scheduled hours. Assists with quality assurance reviews and participates in

performance improvement activities. Help out all co-workers as needed.

WORK HOURS: Varies –

since the registration department is staffed twenty-four hours a day, seven

days a week, 365 days a year, and all employees are required to work some

weekends and holidays, regardless of any established work schedules.

JOB RELATIONSHIP

WORKERS SUPERVISED : None

SUPERVISED BY: Registration Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent Licensure/Certification: N/A Training and Experience: On the job training – preferred experience in

a physician’s office or hospital setting. Medical terminology course preferred.

Iberia Medical

Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants

for employment and prohibits

discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color,

religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected

veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other

characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment Type:

FULL_TIME