Birth Registrar - Houston , TX
Houston, TX
Contracted
Experienced
Job Title: Birth Registrar (36360393)
Location: Houston , TX 77030
Job Type: 3 Months contract
Location: Houston , TX 77030
Job Type: 3 Months contract
| Schedule Notes: | M-F & every-other weekend (when working weekends, off on Friday & Monday) |
| Duties: | Responsibility A: Provides mothers with Mother’s Worksheet for Birth Certificate completion. • Runs Epic generated Birth Report. • Reviews Epic Birth Report to determine patients admitted for delivery. • Provides mothers with Mother’s Worksheet Form (VS-109.1) for birth certificate completion. • Assists the mother with completion of the Mother’s Worksheet (VS-109.1) as needed. • Completes the Verification of Birth Facts Form (VS-H4 REV 5/05). • Reviews the Verification of Birth Facts Form (VS-H4 REV 5/05) with parents and obtains signature on form. Responsibility B: Informs eligible parents of Texas laws and regulations regarding Acknowledgement of Paternity. • Explains the State of Texas laws regarding Acknowledgment of Paternity. • Provides Parents with explanation of Rights and Responsibilities of Paternity Form (VS-159.1M). • Provides information on the availability of child support services and provides the “Establishing Paternity” brochure. Responsibility C: Ensures that Birth Certificates are filed with the State of Texas. • Completes State of Texas Certificate of Birth Record (VS-111 Rev 1/05). • Enters data into TER (Texas Electronic Registrar) for short form (Legal Record) of birth certificate. • Prints Verification of Birth Facts (VS-H4 REV 5/05). • Affirms consent in TER (Texas Electronic Registrar). Responsibility D: Ensures the completion of Acknowledgement of Paternity. • Obtains valid ID from both parents and make copy for files. • Reviews the Acknowledgment of Paternity Form (VS-159.1M) for accuracy and parents’ signatures. • Provide parents with copy of signed Acknowledgement of Paternity Form (VS-159.1M). Responsibility E: Maintain accurate record keeping ensuring compliance with State of Texas Laws and regulations. • Scans the Verification of Birth Facts Form (VS-H4 REV 5/05) into the appropriate EMR. • Scans the Mother’s Worksheet Form (VS-109.1) into appropriate EMR. • Scans the Acknowledgment of Paternity Form (VS-159.1M) and the Acknowledgement of Paternity Survey into appropriate EMR. • Scans the Social Security Letter and Immtrac (Texas Immunization) Registration Forms (ImmTrac NB-2) into appropriate EMR. Responsibility F: Obtains completed ImmTrac (Texas Immunization) Registration Form and Social Security Form from parent. • Provides ImmTrac Registration and Social Security Form (ImmTrac NB-2) to parent. • Receives completed ImmTrac Registration and Security Form (ImmTrac NB-W) forms from parent before discharge. Responsibility G: Receptionist/Front desk coverage. • Greets all customers utilizing appropriate customer service skills. • Handles routine questions consistently and in a timely fashion. • Utilizes appropriate telephone skills. Responsibility H: Retrieves all medical records needed to complete ROI request. • Reviews each request for release of patient information requirements. • Retrieves requested patient information. • Enters a Quick Disclosure in the EHR to track the patient information requested and released. |
| Skills: | • Knowledgeable in the use and analysis of HIM patient information systems applications. • Knowledge of medical terminology. • Knowledge ofICD9, rCDIO, and CPT coding classification systems and guidelines. • Knowledgeable in CMS, Texas Medicaid, and other regulatory agency rules and regulations related to Health Information Management. • Effective verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills. Expressing oneself verbally in an accurate, understandable, and succinct manner to individuals or groups; using appropriate non-verbal signals to emphasize spoken words; adapting communication style and tone to fit the situation and audience; demonstrating poise during group discussions or formal presentations; holding others' attention; responding clearly and tactfully to questions. • Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself. • Intermediate proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office, e-mail and internet. • Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, tact and professional demeanor. Attention to detail, works well in a team environment Required: High School Diploma Preferred: Patient-facing experience |
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