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Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Clerk, Clinic
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What they do
A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.
$38,302 / year median in Kentucky
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary A Clinic Clerk provides administrative support, performs clerical and customer service functions, as well as non-technical duties in the hospital.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Supervisor/ Manager FLSA:
Non-exempt Job Requirements Minimum Education X High school diploma or equivalent Preferred X Required X Associate's degree X Preferred Required Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education. Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Minimum Work Experience X 1 year clerical experience X Preferred Required Essential Functions Performs clerical functions such as preparing and sending outgoing mail, distributing incoming mail, maintaining filing systems, entering data and maintaining databases, typing documents and correspondence, photocopying, scanning, and faxing. Greets visitors and communicates with patients and providers. Places, answers, and directs phone calls and distributes messages. Organizes, coordinates, and schedules meetings and appointments. Keeps office area neat and tidy and monitors and orders office supplies. Handles information requests, including reviewing files and records, answering inquiries, and responding to incoming work requests. Coordinates workflow and complies records of office activities. Controls basic accounting functions such as checking invoices, making deposits, and managing petty cash. Nonessential Functions Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students. Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Prepares periodic reports as requested. Functional Demands Populations Served X Does not treat or care for patients. Neonate ( Infant ( Early Childhood (1 year and Late Childhood (5 years and Adolescent (13 and Young Adult (17 to Middle Adult (30 years to Older Adult (>60 years)Protected Health Information Type of Protected Information Accessed:
X Demographic X Clinical Insurance Financial Complete Medical Record Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees Physical Requirements -Physical Dexterity and Effort:
Rarely Bending/Stooping rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Climbing rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Keyboard Data Entry rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Kneeling X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Moving Patients X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Reaching rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Running X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Sitting rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Squatting X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Standing X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Walking X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Pushing /Pulling:
0-25 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Pushing /Pulling:
26-75 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantlyPushing/Pulling:
over 75 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-75 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : over 75 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantlyVisual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking:
Rarely Audible Speech rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Hearing Acuity rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Smelling Acuity X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Taste Discrimination X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantlyVision:
Depth Perception rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantlyVision:
Distinguish Color X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantlyVision:
Seeing Far rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantlyVision:
Seeing Near rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantlyBiological:
Rarely Biohazardous waste/ hazards X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Blood and/or bodily fluids X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Communicable diseases/pathogens X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantlyChemical:
Rarely Asbestos or lead X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Dust X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Hazardous Chemicals X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Gases/Vapors/Fumes X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Hazardous Medication X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Latex X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.