Clerk-Journal Entry

Saint Peter's Healthcare System; New Brunswick (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Tuition assistance program

Clinical certification pay

Job summary

Saint Peter's Healthcare System is seeking an OR Clerk-Journal Entry to support the operating room with accurate data entry and documentation. The role requires proficiency with Cerner Prod, Word, Excel and the ability to work independently and with a team.

The successful candidate will input data, assist with clinical documentation, and communicate with OR staff to ensure accurate charges and records. On-site work with competitive pay and benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong computer skills and data entry ability.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with OR staff and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Input data into Cerner Prod (Appar Prod and Surginet) and other hospital systems.
• Operate standard office equipment and maintain routine data entry.
• Communicate with OR nurses, coordinators and hospital staff to clarify documentation.
• Manage data entry tasks independently and prioritize requests.
• Adapt to changes and handle non-routine situations professionally.
• Report productivity and work concerns to supervisor daily.

Skills

Medical terminology

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Cerner Prod (Appar Prod and Surginet)

Job description

Clerk-Journal Entry

Operating Room

The Clerk-Journal Entry will:

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to be organized, very detail oriented with ability to track down information required to complete tasks.
• Ability to distinguish and prioritize requests and questions posed.
• Ability to assist with analytic activities and data collection.
• Computer System Proficiency.
• Ability to access the various functions of the hospitals computer system to input data.
• Ability to access and input data into Cerner Prod (Appar Prod and Surginet) electronic data system.
• Operate standard office machines and equipment (i.e., computers, printers, photocopiers, calculators, etc.)
• Demonstrate user's knowledge of standard office machines and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and contacts appropriate company/department for repairs as needed.
• General Professional Work Assessments (by observation of supervisory staff)
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to access and react to situations out of the ordinary.
• Conduct self in a mature, professional manner.
• Assist co-workers, Medical Staff and hospital personnel whenever necessary.
• Confer with supervisor on a daily basis regarding productivity and/or work concerns.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills
• Work requires ability to use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and electronic data entry system.
• Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with OR, work well with others: OR Nurses and coordinators, purchasing and hospital personnel to clarify documentation to complete medical charges.
• Prior knowledge of health care billing a plus

Salary Range: 17.00 - 22.95 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.