Emergency Department Scribe
Performs secretarial duties, utilizing knowledge of medical terminology, hospital, and therapy procedures. Performs secretarial and reception duties for patients needing therapy, including scheduling, registering, insurance verification, and maintaining medical records. Works in departmental and hospital software systems to complete required tasks.
Responsibilities
- Perform secretarial and reception duties for therapy patients
- Schedule appointments and register patients
- Verify insurance information
- Maintain medical records
- Utilize departmental and hospital software systems
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of general office procedures
- Strong computer skills
- Basic knowledge of principles and procedures for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, and cardiac rehabilitation (preferred)
- Experience as a medical receptionist (preferred)
- Knowledge of insurance applicable to outpatient medical care (preferred)
Pay
$17.05 - $22.17 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule
This is a per diem position, working on an as-needed, agreed-upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.