Effective Date: 12/10
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Processes, audits, and enters patient charges in accordance with established departmental and Medical Center policies and procedures. Monitors accuracy of master files of charge items for procedures and supplies in assigned areas.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Essential: sitting, walking, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting and carrying usual weight of 2 pounds up to 20 pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods, frequent gripping of an object. Operates computer, printer, calculator, copier, telephone, typewriter.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education/Certification and Licensure:
1. High school diploma or comparable education.
2. Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
3. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
B. Experience:
1. Minimum one (1) year experience with supplies and/or patient charges in assigned area OR ability to perform 7,200 Adjusted Keystrokes per hour.
2. Demonstrated experience with computers and word processing (i.e., Word) preferred.
3. Knowledge of inpatient and hospital billing requirements (CPT, ICD-9, HCPCS, UBC,DRG,APC, CoPATH, etc.) preferred.