Physical Therapy Registration Clerk
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Physical Therapy Director, the Registration Clerk is responsible for daily patient registration and scheduling of follow-up appointments for physical therapy. This position is Monday to Friday.
Essential Job Functions
· Registers patients for procedures, verifies accuracy of insurance information, and collects payments.
· Works directly with patients and their families.
· Answer phones.
· Schedules new and follow up appointments for patients.
· Maintains as confidential all observed or acquired information regarding the patient, the patient’s history and treatments.
· Maintains inter-staff communication as confidential.
· Assists in the collection of data for continuing quality improvement.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
· High school diploma, Post-secondary education preferred
· 1 year related experience and/or training
· BLS certification required
· Operational knowledge of computers
· Strong written & verbal communication skills
· Strong telephone etiquette
· Works successfully in a cross-functional team environment
· Practical problem solving skills
· Dependable attendance
· Able to work independently with minimal direct supervision
· Able to prioritize multiple tasks
· Strong organizational skills
Benefits
Seven paid holidays.
Sick and vacation after waiting period
Health, vision, and dental coverage
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
401K
Specialists Hospital Shreveport is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.