Clerical Coordinator

Southcoast Health System; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Earned Time Off Package

403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Employee Well-being Program

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Fall River, MA is seeking a Clerical Coordinator to perform a variety of clerical duties within the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include patient interviews, registration, data entry, and medical record management. Candidates should have completed high school, possess computer skills, and have at least one year of related experience. The position offers an evening shift with rotating weekends. Join a supportive team that values diversity and well-being.

Qualifications

• Completion of four years of high school plus specialized courses and training.
• Completion and passing of the Medical Terminology course is required.
• A minimum of one year related work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and provide clerical support.
• Perform patient registration and data/order entry.
• Transcription of orders and collation of medical records.

Skills

Computer skills

Meditech computer system knowledge

Medical Terminology

Education

Completion of four years of high school

Job description

Clerical Coordinator

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not‑for‑profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Hours: 32 hrs

Shift: Evening shift, 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm with weekend and holiday rotation

Location: Charlton Memorial Hospital – Fall River, MA

Position reports to the Emergency Department Team Leader or designee. Perform a variety of clerical duties including but not limited to: conduct patient interviews, provide clerical support, patient registration, data/order entry, transcription of orders, collation of medical records and other clerical duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of clerical duties including but not limited to: conduct patient interviews, provide clerical support, patient registration, data/order entry, transcription of orders, collation of medical records and other clerical duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of four years of high school plus specialized courses and training.
• Completion and passing of the Medical Terminology course is required.
• Computer skills including knowledge of the Meditech computer system and related secretarial experience are preferred.
• A minimum of one year related work experience is required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID‑19 or exempt as per company policy.

Benefits & Compensation

• A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package** (available to regular status employees scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours).
• Employee Well‑being Program.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.