What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maternity Care Center Birth Clerk, Per-Diem, Day Shift position at Adventist Health?
Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.
Job Summary:
Assumes responsibility for collecting and verifying the accuracy of birth certificate worksheet data and entering and transmitting this data to local State and County registrar within the prescribed time-frame. Reviews patient records and codes birth certificates accordingly. Collects and reviews all paternity forms. Submits paternity forms to State and County registrars. Works with sensitive and confidential information.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- One year's relevant experience: Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Collects and ensures all documentation on birth certificate worksheets are complete and accurate.
- Reviews medical records and codes each birth certificate accordingly.
- Enters all initial data and amendments for birth certificates, transmits to Health Department within the allocated time frame and submits all worksheets to HIM.
- Collects, reviews and sends Paternity documentation forms from patients to State and County monthly.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
