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Job Summary
The Health Information Management Clerk plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of patient health records. This position involves managing and organizing health information data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update patient records in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with healthcare regulations.
- Assist with data entry tasks, ensuring timely and precise input of information.
- Manage phone systems to handle incoming calls professionally and courteously.
- Provide clerical support including filing, scanning, and organizing documents.
- Assist in calendar management for appointments and meetings as needed.
- Serve as a personal assistant to healthcare staff by coordinating schedules and managing office tasks.
- Communicate effectively with patients and staff, providing bilingual support when necessary.
Skills
- Proficient in Google Suite applications for document creation and management.
- Strong phone etiquette to ensure professional communication with patients and colleagues.
- Experience with office management practices to maintain an efficient work environment.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-motivated.
- Familiarity with data entry processes to ensure accuracy in record keeping.
- Knowledge of clerical duties including filing systems, document preparation, and correspondence.
- Bilingual abilities are a plus for enhancing communication with diverse patient populations.
This role is essential for supporting the healthcare team in delivering quality patient care through effective management of health information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.87 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Language:
- English/Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hempstead, NY 11550 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22