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Amergis Patient Access Tech in Maryville, Tennessee
Amergis Staffing is looking for patient access techs for Maryville, TN! Details below:
$16/hr
Nights, 11-7
24-32 hours a week and every other weekend
Weekly Pay
Benefits offered
Keyboard and computer skills required
Responsible for patient pre-registration, registration, admission, and/or order entry
Active walking and sitting required
Patient Facing position, in quick paced environment. Active walking and sitting both required for position. Keyboarding and computer basics a must. Responsible for patient pre-registration, registration, admission, and/or order entry at one of the following locations: BMH Outpatient, Emergency Department (ED), or ETMG Ancillary. Responsible for account accuracy, processing point-of-service (POS) collections, and ensuring that insurance authorizations are attached to accounts, when applicable. Must be able to communicate those needs to appropriate personnel. Provide excellent customer service that reflects the organization’s mission, vision, and standards. Must have excellent keyboarding skills (30+ WPM).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists in identifying needs and developing/modifying planof care
Performs or assists the patient with personal hygiene needswhich include: bathing, skin care, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene andtoileting needs.
Monitors vital signs and reports any deviation from normalvalues to a medical professional
Assists in maintenance of a healthful and safe environment
Implements progressive mobility guidelines
Turns/positions bed-bound patients
Provides nutritious meals as prepared to patient as directed
Assists the patient with ambulation/transfers
Performs or assists patient with certain treatments and/ormedications which are self administered, ordered by the physician, approved andsupervised by a nurse, and allowed by state law
May assist the paramedical personnel with rehabilitativeprocesses as directed
Promotes the patient mental alertness through involvement inactivities
Observes and reports any changes in the patient’s physical,mental, or emotional condition to a medical professional in a timely manner
May perform EKGs as required
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent preferred
At least one (1) year of successful work experiencepreferred
National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)certification preferred and may be required per state/contract
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.