Job Information
Kenaitze Indian Tribe Registration Technician I in Kenai, Alaska
Registration Technician I
Department: Primary Care
Program: DWC Front Desk
Reports to: Medical Office Manager
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks
Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638
Job Summary
The Registration Technician is responsible for the accurate check-in process for all un'ina (patient) this includes verification of the following: insurance, demographic, and required Health Systems forms. The Registration Technician's job duties must be completed accurately and timely as the performance directly impacts the revenue received by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe. The Registration Technician is responsible for assisting with all incoming phone calls to Dena'ina Wellness Center.
Essential Functions
- Greeting un'ina, verifying their identity, and responsible for completing the check-in process
- Responsible for accurate completion of the check-in process for all un'ina appointments which includes verification of demographic information to include name, address, contact information, insurance details, and updating any forms as needed
- Scans photo ID, insurance cards, and other necessary documentation into electronic health record (EHR)
- Completes pre-registration prior to un'ina appointment to ensure all necessary documentation is in the un'ina chart
- Verifies insurance coverage for each un'ina and accurately attaches correct insurance to encounter
- Verifying Family Health Resource (FHR) screening for un'ina (patients) is completed annually
- Accurately documents all un'ina encounters within the EHR
- Responsible for scheduling un'ina (patient) appointments
- Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance
It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.
Working Conditions
Lifting Requirements
- Light work
- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work
Physical Requirements
- Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
- Walk (Move, Traverse)
- Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
- Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
- Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
- See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
- Repetitive Motion
OSHA Categories
- Category II- Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur
Equipment and Tools
- List Equipment used for job: Computer, Phone, Fax Machine, Photo Copier, Scanner, Electronic Health Record
- Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: N/A
Travel
Local