Nursing Services Administrative Clerk

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. in Beckley, WV is seeking a Nursing Service Clerk to handle general clerical duties within the nursing service. You will admit patients, assemble records, transcribe orders, and manage communications for physicians and staff.

The role requires familiarity with health care billing, medical terminology, and proficient use of Word and Excel. Strong typing skills (30 wpm) and reliable on-the-job training are essential to maintain accurate records and smooth

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Billing experience preferred in health care.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Knowledge of medical terminology ICD9 and CPT codes.
• Familiar with UB92 and HCFA terminology.
• Must type at least 30 words per minute.
• 3–6 months on-the-job training to attain proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Receives new admitted patients and prepares identification tags and assembles patients' records.
• Notifies physician of new admissions and consultations.
• Assists in keeping vital summary sheet up to date by recording temperature, pulse, respiration's, weight, diet, activity, etc.
• Transcribes orders from physicians' order sheet to patients' chart, prepares cards, tickets, etc.
• Prepares requests and schedules procedures.
• Answers patient call system and telephone; receives and delivers messages for supplies, patients, physicians, etc.
• Checks patients' chart for completeness at time of discharge. Disassembles and prepares for return to Medical Records.
• Files completed request slips when returned from Laboratory, Radiology, etc.
• Prepares requisitions to maintain established inventories of clerical supplies.
• Maintains nursing station in a clean safe and orderly manner.
• Types and prepares reports as directed.
• Maintains patient register and schedules procedures to be performed by other services.
• Greets, assists, and directs visitors in a courteous manner.
• Operates various office equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology ICD9/CPT codes

Billing experience

Typing 30 wpm

Word/Excel proficiency

UB92/HCFA knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. in Beckley, WV is seeking a Nursing Service Clerk to handle general clerical duties within the nursing service. You will admit patients, assemble records, transcribe orders, and manage communications for physicians and staff.

The role requires familiarity with health care billing, medical terminology, and proficient use of Word and Excel. Strong typing skills (30 wpm) and reliable on-the-job training are essential to maintain accurate records and smooth