Clerk-Administrative

ScionHealth; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking an Administrative Clerk to support patient intake, scheduling, and clerical tasks in our clinics. You will interact with patients and staff to ensure smooth daily operations. Responsibilities include greeting patients, verifying demographics and insurance, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating communications.

A strong focus on service and confidentiality is essential. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and at least one year in a hospital or clinic

Qualifications

• Proficient in EMR systems, word processing, and email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Able to multi-task and function in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and families professionally.
• Answers phones, routes calls, and provides information.
• Registers patients, verifies demographics and insurance information, and collects co-pays.
• Schedules new and follow-up appointments; provides directions and registration guidance.
• Maintains accurate documentation and follows policies and procedures.
• Coordinates daily patient flow and supports clinical operations.
• Handles photocopying, scanning, faxing, and test-result management.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient health information.
• Assists with orientation and training of new staff.
• Restocks supplies and maintains organized work areas.

Skills

EMR systems

Verbal and written communication

Organization & time management

Multitasking in fast-paced setting

Professionalism & teamwork

Patient satisfaction focus

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Administrative Clerk provides a range of clerical and administrative support services to ensure efficient day-to-day operations within physician practice clinics or healthcare departments. This role supports patient intake, documentation, communication, and scheduling, while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and patient satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Greets and interacts professionally with patients and families
• Answers phones courteously; routes calls, takes messages, and provides information
• Registers patients, verifies demographic and insurance information, and collects co-pays/self-payments
• Schedules new and follow-up appointments; provides directions and registration guidance
• Maintains accurate documentation and applies organizational policies and procedures
• Coordinates daily patient flow activities and supports clinical operations as needed
• Manages clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning, faxing, and handling test results
• Maintains confidentiality and protects patient health information
• Assists with orientation and training of new staff
• Restocks supplies and maintains clean and organized work areas
• Complies with infection control procedures and safety standardsPerforms other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Proficient in computer applications, including EMR systems, word processing, and email
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Able to multi-task and function effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and a focus on patient satisfaction
• Ability to handle emergencies and stressful situations calmly and appropriately
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English; additional languages preferred

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• None required

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a hospital or clinic office setting preferred