Patient Clerical Assistant/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Patient Clerical Assistant to support patient care delivery by processing physician orders, maintaining patient records, and providing customer service within the care team. This role uses fax/phone/computer systems to manage orders and patient information.

The ideal candidate has basic administrative skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong interpersonal abilities; a HS diploma and 1+ year in a medical clerical setting are preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic administrative tasks such as reception, filing, and data entry.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to accurately handle orders and records.
• Strong interpersonal communication with patients and departments.

Responsabilités

• Process physician orders and manage patient records.
• Maintain patient information and provide customer service to patients and visitors.
• Handle requests/orders via fax, phone, computer, and intercom; file and assemble charts.

Connaissances

Basic administrative skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Formation

High school diploma

1+ year medical clerical experience

Description du poste

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittently standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds, and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials, and exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.

Shift

Must be able to work three 12.5-hour shifts per week (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.) Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The Patient Clerical Assistant’s primary responsibility is to support patient care delivery by processing physician orders, maintaining patient records, managing patient information and providing customer service. This involves working independently, acting as a communications liaison for patients, visitors, and all service departments involved in the care of the patient, as well as processing all requests/orders for patient care by fax/phone/computer/intercom and imprinters. Also includes filing, chart assembly and maintenance, maintaining patient records, and extensive verbal communication.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Basic administrative skills such as receptionist abilities (including phone, keyboarding, filing, and fax machine skills); knowledge of medical terminology; and interpersonal skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

High school diploma and at least one year of experience working in a medical clerical setting preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/08/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.