Unit Clerk

Emory Healthcare; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking an administrative support specialist to join our outpatient/department team in Decatur, GA. You will answer phones, greet visitors, transcribe orders, maintain patient records, and coordinate tests and supplies under physician direction.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience with PC software; accuracy and confidentiality are essential in daily recordkeeping and billing support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of clerical experience and experience with various PC software applications.

Responsibilities

• Answers unit/department telephones and greets visitors according to departmental procedure; screens calls and takes messages or refers caller/visitor to appropriate staff member.
• May page staff member if necessary.
• Receives and transcribes physicians' orders according to established guidelines.
• Records, updates, and maintains information in patient records in accordance with department protocol and federal, state and organizational guidelines.
• Routes records to appropriate department or staff and maintains confidentiality of information.
• Operates standard office equipment including telephones, copiers, fax machines, and computers.
• Inventories, orders, and maintains office supplies and forms; completes purchase requisitions and receives supplies.
• Responds to patient requests via patient intercom system.
• Relays information to appropriate staff for immediate attention.
• Arranges for medical tests, supplies, equipment treatment and special dietary needs as ordered by a physician.
• Enters and retrieves data related to patient charges and supply orders to include daily reconciliation of patient charges to ensure accurate patient billing process.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Skills

Clerical experience

PC software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer software applications

Job description

Description

• Answers unit/department telephones and greets visitors according to departmental procedure; screens calls and takes messages or refers caller/visitor to appropriate staff member.
• May page staff member if necessary.
• Receives and transcribes physicians' orders according to established guidelines.
• Records, updates, and maintains information in patient records in accordance with department protocol and federal, state and organizational guidelines.
• Routes records to appropriate department or staff and maintains confidentiality of information.
• Operates standard office equipment including telephones, copiers, fax machines, and computers.
• Inventories, orders, and maintains office supplies and forms; completes purchase requisitions and receives supplies.
• Responds to patient requests via patient intercom system.
• Relays information to appropriate staff for immediate attention.
• Arranges for medical tests, supplies, equipment treatment and special dietary needs as ordered by a physician.
• Enters and retrieves data related to patient charges and supply orders to include daily reconciliation of patient charges to ensure accurate patient billing process.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year previous clerical experience and experience with various personal computer software applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.