BED CONTROL COORDINATOR

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)

• Assumes responsibility for position responsibilities outlined in the Registrar job description.
• Maintains the hospital census and reconciliation with nursing units. Calculate observation hours and enter on the account.
• Reports direct admissions to the nursing supervisor who determines medical necessity and appropriate level of care; coordinates effective patient flow to insure internal and external customer satisfaction; informs physicians of patient arrival times; coordinates admissions with nursing units, ambulances and external entities.
• Evaluates patient financial status at admission and/or referring to the Patient Financial Advisor as appropriate.
• Secures and releases patient valuables at admission and discharge.
• Prepares all surgery and/or GI packets for the following day securing patient orders, insurance verifications and patient notification of possible out of pockets.
• Completes additional projects as requested by Supervisor or Director.
• Takes initiative and performs as self-starter in daily activities.

EXPERIENCE

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

• Understands the registration process, managed care/capitation, Medi‑Cal, Medicare regulations, Medical Terminology, HIPAA, ABN, and EMTALA regulations
• Works effectively with the public, physicians, and staff
• Provides quality customer service including enhancing patient satisfaction while possessing the ability to work in a high volume production‑oriented and structured environment