Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Working under the general supervision and guidance of the Supervisor, Registration, Switchboard and Patient Information, this position is responsible for obtaining and inputting accurate demographic and financial information, on the appropriate hospital information system, on patients, presenting at various entry points of the health system. Essential functions of the position; Obtains and records accurate demographic and financial information on patients, by interviewing patients, family members and/or care providers. Consistently applies Positive Patient Identification during the registration/pre-registration process to ensure accurate record linkage, support the safe delivery of patient care and reduce identity theft. Verifies patient eligibility as it relates to healthcare coverage. Reviews Financial Agreement Forms with patients who do not have valid provincial healthcare coverage and ensure that forms are completed appropriately. Review and work within defined work queues within the Connect Care system. Consistently follow best practices as outlined in the Provincial Registration Standards and Practices Manual. Consistently ensures that protected health information remains private and confidential, according to the Health Information Act (HIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). Consistently follows Alberta Health Services Information Privacy and Information Security policies. Employs effective communication skills, promoting and adhering to excellent customer service in every interaction regardless of who it is with. Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Description:

As an Administrative Support III, you will require advanced administrative or specialized skills and knowledge to support complex procedures, practices and initiatives within a department or program.

• Classification: Administrative Support III
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Pre-Registration
• Primary Location: Seventh Street Plaza
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 22-DEC-2023
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 01-JAN-2024
• Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.53
• Maximum Salary: $28.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Additional Required Qualifications:

Medical Terminology - certificate required and testing done before the interview. An accurate typing speed of 40 wpm is required and testing is done before the interview. Strong computer skills are required. Demonstrated proficiency in the English language, both written and oral required. Must have excellent communication skills as there is a high degree of interaction with patients and a variety of disciplines at all levels of the organization. Ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment, including working under pressure, adapting and responding to changing priorities and meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Able to work all shifts as operationally required. Preferred Qualifications:

Post-secondary education applicable to the position - MOA/Unit Clerk/Admitting Clerk with no less than one year of experience is preferred. Experience in a healthcare or medical office setting is preferred. Experience Practicing N-O-D: tells the patient his/her name, explains his/her occupation and what he/she will be assisting the patient with.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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