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Pinnacle Healthcare

Unit Clerk

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What they do

An Electronic Medical Records Specialist organizes records with patient medical diagnosis and treatment information, and maintains medical record databases. Gathers and reviews data for medical records and assigns codes needed for insurance billing. Uses electronic health records software to manage records and databases.

$57,770 / year median in Indiana

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Unit Clerk, where you will be the vital link ensuring smooth operations within our medical units. This energetic role involves providing exceptional administrative support, managing patient records, coordinating communication between departments, and maintaining a welcoming environment for patients and staff alike. Your proactive approach will help facilitate efficient patient flow and uphold the highest standards of clinical confidentiality and customer service. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about healthcare support, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact! Duties Serve as the front desk receptionist, greeting patients and visitors with professionalism and warmth while managing phone communication with clarity and courtesy. Assist with medical scheduling, appointment confirmations, and coordinating care plans to optimize clinic operations. Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) using systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, or other EMR platforms. Review and verify medical documentation for completeness and accuracy, including patient histories, insurance information, and clinical notes. Support medical billing processes by collecting payments, processing insurance claims, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Manage filing of medical records, test results, and other sensitive documents while ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality policies. Perform basic medical coding tasks utilizing CPT codes, ICD-9/10 coding systems for documentation review and billing purposes. Coordinate communication between healthcare providers, patients, insurance companies, and external agencies to facilitate seamless care delivery. Handle administrative tasks such as data entry using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel), typing reports with precision (including 10-key typing), and maintaining office supplies. Requirements Proven experience in a medical office setting or healthcare environment with strong clerical skills. Experience with electronic health records management is required. Knowledge of health insurance processes including Medicare billing procedures and health information management standards. Excellent customer service skills combined with phone etiquette and professional communication abilities. Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; typing accuracy (including 10-key) is essential. Bilingual abilities are desirable to serve diverse patient populations effectively. Experience working in clinics or hospitals providing medical administrative support is highly valued. Understanding of HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies to ensure patient privacy at all times. Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join us in delivering outstanding healthcare support! This paid position offers an engaging environment where your organizational talents will directly contribute to exceptional patient care experiences while advancing your career in health information management and medical administration.
Pay:
From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person