Your Opportunity:
At AHS our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Working under the general supervision and guidance of the Supervisor, Registration, Switchboard & Patient Information, the Administrative Support III is responsible for obtaining and inputting accurate demographic & financial information, on the appropriate hospital information system, on patients, presenting at various entry points of the health system. Essential functions of the position; Obtains and records accurate demographic and financial information on patients, by interviewing patients, family members and/or care providers. Consistently applies Positive Patient Identification during the registration/pre-registration process to ensure accurate record linkage, support safe delivery of patient care and reduce identify theft. Verifies patient eligibility as it relates to healthcare coverage. Reviews Financial Agreement Forms with patients who do not have valid provincial healthcare coverage & ensures that forms are completed appropriately. Prepares identification labels, identification wristbands and verifies patient’s name and date of birth when applying wristband to patient. Informs patients about options for accommodation and the process for requesting preferred accommodation. Consistently applies best practice as outlined in the Provincial Registration Standards & Practices Manual. In accordance with Health Information Act (HIA), Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) and other privacy legislation in effect the incumbent shall comply at all times with APL / AHS’s Information Privacy & Information Security policies. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Physical requirements include the ability to push/pull patients presenting in wheelchairs, assisting with carrying patient belongings upwards of 25 lbs.
Description:

As an Administrative Support III, you will require advanced administrative or specialized skills and knowledge to support complex procedures, practices and initiatives within a department or program.

• Classification: Administrative Support III
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Health Information Management-Patient Registration
• Primary Location: Drumheller Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable

Please refer the Job description for details