LVHN-Hazleton * Patient Registration
700 E Broad St, Hazleton, PA
Clerical & Administrative Support
Part Time 18 hours per week, Multiple Shifts, 37 1/2 hours Bi-Weekly; Weekends/Holidays as assigned
Posted 03/29/2021
Req # 24833
Union: 51-AFS-AFSCME
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 22 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored four times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for spring 2018, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Job Summary: Arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients, Emergency and admission of individuals who have hospital based outpatient testing or procedures. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Interviews incoming patient or representative and enters information required for admission into computer system. Distributes appropriate information needed to ancillary departments. Collects and verifies accurate insurance information needed for billing purposes and also collects all necessary co-pay, deductible and co-insurance amounts at the time of registration.
Minimum Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent.
ust be able to read, understand and speak basic English. Must be computer literate. Ability to communicate effectively when dealing with patients. Accuracy with documenting patient information. Must be able to multi-task.
Preferred Qualifications: Hospital/ Medical Office experience preferred.
Licensure and Certifications: CPR certification
Influenza vaccination is required at most LVHN facilities for all colleagues with patient contact unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice, and is strongly encouraged for all colleagues. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
