Behavioral Health Unit Administrative Specialist

Larkin Community Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL, seeks a highly organized Unit Clerk for the Behavioral Health Unit. You will manage phones, patient charts, and communications; coordinate admissions, transfers, and tests; and support staff while ensuring confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Ideal candidates have healthcare administrative experience, strong multitasking ability, and proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Unit Clerk or in a similar administrative role within a healthcare setting is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-service orientation.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, manage patient charts, and handle correspondence.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, tests, and procedures.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers, coordinating with other departments.
• Facilitate effective communication between providers, patients, and families.
• Monitor and order unit supplies to ensure availability.
• Prepare and process medical forms and documentation, including charts and reports.
• Handle patient and family inquiries with professionalism and empathy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidential handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL, seeks a highly organized Unit Clerk for the Behavioral Health Unit. You will manage phones, patient charts, and communications; coordinate admissions, transfers, and tests; and support staff while ensuring confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Ideal candidates have healthcare administrative experience, strong multitasking ability, and proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office.