Ward Clerk (Finance)

Park View Post Acute

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Schedule: Full-Time (32-hours per week or more)
Salary: $22.00-$25.00 hourly

POSITION SUMMARY : The primary purpose of your job position is to perform concise clerical duties (such as filing, taking phone calls, making photocopies etc.) for the nursing floor and medical records office as needed, and to transcribe details of telephone orders given by physicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

• All duties and responsibilities shall be performed as set forth in our established policies and procedures.

• Adheres to and assures compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Assures that all staff complete required compliance training and processes.

• Maintain department's supplies and keeps equipment operational.
• Organize, label and file charts and medical records.
• Help transport residents as needed.
• Act as an information resource for patients, families, visitors, physicians, and outside reviewers in person and/or via telephone.
• Complete clerical duties for admissions, discharges, transfers, deaths and passes such as transcribing orders to medication/treatment sheets, ordering medications, dietary changes, therapies etc.
• Complete lab and special examination requisitions and data entry, as it pertains to the medical records department.
• Greet visitors, doctors, and new admissions with warmth and friendliness; helping with any assistance needed.
• Transcribe and verify admission orders and daily doctor's telephone orders will be verified and transcribed in a timely manner.
• Complete medical records by reviewing and assembling paperwork in proper order into a permanent folder.
• Order labs, ultrasounds etc. required for new admissions.

• Verify proper authorization for release of information. Processes subpoenas and routine request for copies of medical records. Receive and follow reception schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established policies and procedures.
• Operate paging/telephone system as required.
• Answer telephone, determine nature of call and direct caller to appropriate individual or department.
• Receive inquiries and release information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure guests/visitors abide by existing rules and refuse admission to persons as directed.
• Report suspicious persons/information to supervisor immediately.
• Receive, sort and distribute mail as directed.

• Other related duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or appropriate including filling in for other department personnel (such as marketing, social services etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Other Specific Requirements

• Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in area(s) throughout the nursing service area (i.e. nurse's stations, resident rooms, etc.).
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Interacts with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. May be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (with or without the aid of mechanical devices):

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to cope with the mental emotional and stress of the position.

• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively.

• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which may include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Requires infrequent lifting of more weight up to 50 pounds. Occasional pushing and pulling of carts.

• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

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Benefits eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status.

Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as "estimated" are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates.

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