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Cleveland Clinic

Division clerk geriatric psych

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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.

$39,171 / year median in Ohio

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Lutheran Hospital's Geriatric Psych Unit specializes in the unique care mental health needs of patients ages 55 and older. This unit is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier and more productive lives through evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of any disturbances of thought, feelings, mood, behavior, and any co-morbidities. As Division Clerk, you will join a highly engaged work environment where caregivers are active in shared governance and community outreach. Using your administrative skills, you will focus on providing clerical services, such as coordinating communications, procuring office supplies and maintaining an organized unit. A caregiver on this role works days from 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform clerical, receptionist, communication, office supply procurement tasks and related services to support efficient functioning of the unit. Accurately transcribe and process all orders and advise RNs of orders that require immediate attention. Prepare, maintain and process all charts. Refer specific questions to the appropriate health care professional. Compile statistics, process memos and schedule diagnostics/appointments. File/record mail. Handle all communications between nursing units, physicians and departments with accuracy, courtesy and confidentiality. Inventory, order and store supplies as directed. Navigate facility computer systems (ADTR, computer order entry proficiency, charge entry, computerized medical records, etc.). Provide efficient and effective use of telecommunication and information technology systems. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: High school diploma/GED Knowledge of medical terminology Basic office equipment and computer skills Strong customer service skills Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Previous healthcare experience Medical assistant course and/or experience
Physical Requirements:
Requires full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires extensive sitting. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal ranges. Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours. Exposure to communicable diseases and or body fluid.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.