Clerical Associate

Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values. Handles all incoming communications and insures reliable, consistent coverage for phones. Proficient in signing patients up for MyChart and encouraging patients to use MyChart as main form of communication with McLeod Health if possible. Coordinates and schedules all appointments whether in the office or hospital surgery center if applicable. Coordinates and manages the expectations of all same day appointments. Confirms and follows up on all communication. Addresses and or follows up with all messages, mail, faxes, and incoming communications. Prepares for upcoming visits by completing all tasks that can be done before the patient arrives including pre-registration functions. Proficient in identifying copays and previous balances. Collects payments at time of services rendered. Acts as a liaison between the patient and SBO when patients have detailed questions about billing. Proficient in identifying patients on a payment plan, ability to refer to a financial counselor or MyChart for payment plan arrangements when needed. Works to maintain a work environment that is paperless, neat and clear of clutter. Regularly updates patient registries in EPIC Supports team members by handling key administrative duties. Actively participates in the care team and cross functional team quality improvement process. Maintains confidentiality in talking with patients, upholding policies and setting an example. Job Requirements Qualifications /Training: Basic knowledge of computer input. Must be able to perform basic clerical functions. Comprehend medical terminology. Good spelling and number skills. Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education: HS diploma preferred/GED preferred from an accredited school. Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.