Admitting Clerk NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital *P/T 14 hrs per week, Saturday

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.Learn more aboutNYULangoneOrthopedic Hospital, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTubeandInstagram.Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Admitting Clerk. In this role, the successful candidate performs duties related to the process of admitting patients to the hospital.Job Responsibilities: * Assists in taking reservation from the physicians offices, in organizing the daily admissions boards and assigning the beds. Accurately and expeditiously enters all information in the computer systems and on admission waiting lists. Efficiently and courteously answers telephone and addresses all inquiries. When necessary, assists in assigning patients to appropriate accommodations. * Courteously explains any patients responsibilities, i.e.private room differentials, limited insurance coverage, etc. Thoroughly answers all patients inquiries pertaining to admission. Contacts the physician's office if necessary, to rectify any patient demographics, or logistical problems. * Obtains the required pre-admissions and admission information. Verifies source materials as to their authenticity and accuracy, and gathers correct and up-to-date information. * Adheres to departmental guidelines concerning sick time, vacation, personal days, and other paid/un paid leaves. Arrives on time for work and meetings, provides proper notification of absences or tardiness and maintains a professional appearance; wears identification badge at all times. * Ensures departmental compliance with applicable standards of The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals, as well as, applicable federal, state and city regulations. Designs and implements a comprehensive program of quality assurance. Remains aware of current regulatory requirements and thoroughly answers any questions pertaining to these documents. * Accurately updates the computer system, to correctly reflect all and personal demographic information. Explains thoroughly all forms, and obtains and witnesses all required signatures on consent and financial agreements. Reviews thoroughly all previously obtained orders to ensure accuracy. Promptly enters each admission in the admission log book. * Performs other duties as assigned. * Makes appropriate suggestions which would enhance or benefit the area or department. Volunteers assistance to others when appropriate. Seeks additional assignments when assigned work is completed. Demonstrates an ability and desire to learn more skill sets. * Demonstrates the ability to recognize, establish and attend to priorities. Strives to make good use of time during the assigned shift through careful coordination of daily tasks. Demonstrates adaptability by adjusting well to changes in scheduling. * Recognizes problems and sees solutions as appropriate. Able to determine when a problem should be referred to the manager or requires a follow-up attention. Seeks information necessary for accurate com