Departmental Clerk G5

Essential Functions:

• Register and admit patients to service area.

• Secure information necessary for preparation of required forms.

• Collect appropriate fees.

• Verify charges from fee schedule, issue cash receipts, prepare charge slips and balance cash receipts.

• Assist patients by having knowledge of the co-pays/applicable fees, facility, other departments, and administrative services.

• Handle cash according to indicated policies and procedures.

• Initiate and complete Release of Information forms as appropriate.

• Print and complete all necessary paperwork, labels and documentation forms for receiving patients for various examinations.

• Relay instructions to patients in preparation for examination.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma /GED.

• Testing: PC Skills Test (able to pass PC skills assessment)

• Testing: Medical Terminology (able to pass standardized test)

• Testing: Typing 30 WPM

•  One-year experience within the past two years as a Cashier/Receptionist or Unit Assistant in an outpatient/inpatient care setting where hands-on medical/nursing care is delivered is required.

• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

• Must be proficient in word processing.

• Must have experience in performing detailed, repetitive clerical functions; demonstrating clear, distinct communication skills and legible written communication skills.

• Must successfully complete PARRS II, RegPlus, Lotus Notes and/or other computer training programs within the orientation period.