Patient Access & Admitting Clerk

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Health System (WVU Medicine) is seeking a clerical receptionist to support the patient care department. The role involves greeting patients, admitting them, and handling bed assignments and transfer communications.

Daily duties include updating information in the computer, coordinating follow-up appointments, and maintaining accurate patient records. Strong verbal and writing skills are required, with attention to detail and courteous service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Reading, writing and comprehension of simple instructions expected.
• Good verbal and writing skills essential a must.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or secretarial school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and admit patients upon arrival.
• Enter admitting information into the computer.
• Arrange and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Discharge and transfer coordination and documentation.
• Maintain patient records and department communications.
• Assist physicians and other staff with patient information requests.

Skills

Reading and writing

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Secretarial school

Job description

WVU Health System (WVU Medicine) is seeking a clerical receptionist to support the patient care department. The role involves greeting patients, admitting them, and handling bed assignments and transfer communications.

Daily duties include updating information in the computer, coordinating follow-up appointments, and maintaining accurate patient records. Strong verbal and writing skills are required, with attention to detail and courteous service.