Unit Clerk

The Water's Edge Rehab and Nursing Center at Port Jefferson is seeking for a talented Unit Clerk to join our ever growing team.

Maintains files of medical records and performs other clerical duties as required. Ensures proper maintenance of patient charts/records. Works in compliance with guidelines for release of information. Files and retrieves medical records in appropriate files, maintaining files in a fashion which is conducive to rapid retrieval of records. Prepares lab shipments and files results. Utilizes electronic health record system for inquiry purposes, enters and sends data, and generates reports. Answers phones and greets visitors and patients and assists with scheduling.

UNIT CLERK PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answer telephones & route calls to the appropriate person.

• Monitor and distribute incoming mail, both email and postal delivery.

• Greet visitors and patients as applicable and conducting them to the appropriate location or person as needed. Maintains accurate records of hospitalization, patient travel, etc. to facilitate coordination of patient scheduling, ancillary testing, etc.

• Prepare medical records for facsimile or mail related to travel, transplant, disability and others.

• Organize travel for patients by contacting and providing requested medical records.

• Coordinates with transient patient paperwork.

• Coordinates transfer placements and confirmations along with Clinical Manager.

• Confirm admissions paperwork is completed and sent to designated department(s), such as billing, by collecting, faxing and scanning.

Unit Clerk Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years clerical/ office experience in a healthcare environment
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Ability to work together with all staff members
• Computer/ Keyboarding skills

An Equal Opportunity Employer