Admissions Executive

• Interview patients on admission and record required personal information • Secure signatures and prepare/supply patient data to appropriate hospital departments • Receive bookings from physicians and confirm admitting privileges of physicians • Enter patient information into pre-admissions database • Liaise with Scheduling to validate insurance cover for scheduled patients • Confirm co-payments and patient's acceptance of liability for excesses/insurance shortfalls • Communicate queries or authorizations from non-contracted insurances to Business Office • Pre-register all patients on Meditech • Liaise with Medical Records to prepare chart for admission • Confirm patient demographics on Meditech on arrival to admissions department • Follow business process requirements regarding insurance form completion • Collect payment of fees, insurance excess or co-payments at point of admission and provide invoice and receipt to patient • Enter payments via Cash Drawer routine in Meditech and balance all payments at end of shift • Liaise with Bed Manager and/or nurse managers to assign ward or room • Escort patient or arrange escort to assigned room or ward • Comply with departmental and Hospital Policies and Guidelines • Participate in meetings and contribute to department and hospital development • Create an environment that encourages teamwork, positive attitudes and high morale • Participate in other duties as assigned due to developing departmental requirements • Participate in shift roster to provide required cover in admissions at all times • Comply with OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures • Work in accordance with documented OSH procedures and instructions • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures • Notify OSH hazards, incidents and near misses and assist with risk assessments and incident reports • Comply with waste management procedures and policies • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs • Use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems • Diploma or Degree holder • Proficient in MS Office and typing skills • Command of oral and written English; Arabic desirable • Prior experience working in Admission office or Patient service area • Minimum 2 years of experience in healthcare