Clerical Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for initiation, organization and completion of patient's medical record and unit functions.
• Greet and serve as a patient liaison to the Emergency Department upon patient arrival and their stay in the department.
• Handle all interdepartmental calls/requests to coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Enter consultations timely and accurately to facilitate medical decision-making.
• Orient and train new employees in same role and cross-train additional ancillary staff.
• Resolve a variety of questions, discrepancies, problems and inquiries within scope of responsibility.
• Provide patient support services based on department needs with support services.
• Plan, organize and direct all unit activities within the unit coordinator function.

Requirements

• Equal to completion of four years of high school plus specialized courses and training.
• Computer skills including knowledge of electronic medical record system and related secretarial as preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Qualifications

• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of electronic medical record systems.

Benefits

• Career At Southcoast Health Offers You A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

Pay

Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $17.68 - USD $25.46 /Hr.

Schedule

Rotation Schedule Requirement every other holiday and every other weekend.