Admissions Clerk - Finance (DOH/NMBHI #12948)

Salary $17.00 - $25.49 Hourly $35,350 - $53,024 Annually This position is a Pay Band C2 Posting Details This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist? This position serves as an Admissions Clerk for NMBHI and is plays a critical role role in offering great customer service to our facilities, vendors, clients, and patients. The Admissions Clerk coordinates admissions and assists with identifying/securing inpatient benefits for adult/adolescent psychiatric services as well as Long Term Care. The Admissions Clerk will communicate with referring facilities, families, and agencies and obtain information as needed by the Admissions Coordinator. How does it get done? The job gets done by performing tasks such as: Assist in the admissions for all inpatient areas. Compile health records, court documents, financial data, for new admissions and enter data into database Communicate synergized data to clinical professionals and prepare admissions "facesheets" for the clinicians Coordinate referrals with hospital staff to determine feasibility of admission based on bed availability and nature of individual's situation. Interview admitted individuals (face-to-face) and accurately record and audit entry of individual's demographics. Works cohesively with Accountant to determine insurance coverage eligibility for third party payment. Communicate daily with Social Security Administration, insurance companies, families, Powers of Attorney, etc. Who are the customers? Vendors/Patients/Clients/Residents/NMBHI Staff Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail oriented, accurate, and takes a positive and professional approach to their role. This candidate can work in high stress environments; has a working knowledge of third-party payers; is well organized; and has an aptitude for continual interaction with public/private entities, clinical staff, and families. The ideal candidate has experience building rapport with individuals, detailed and accurate documentation, and a knowledge of the SHARE FINANCIAL system. This candidate has excellent time management skills with the ability to work in a heavy volume environment with multiple and diverse groups of clients and is a confident communicator. Experience in providing excellent customer service. Experience with building strong/productive working relationships. Experience with conflict resolution and interacting with the public. Experience with organizing daily operations and providing feedback to senior management. Minimum Qualification No Prior Experience Or Training Required. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License. Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate. Working Conditions Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required. Direct client interaction and some travel may be required. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Frances Lucero, (505)454-2336 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.