Unit Clerk/Secretary (Non Nurse)

Unit Clerk/Secretary (Non Nurse)The Unit Clerk/Secretary (Non Nurse) assists the Unit Manager in the day to day recording and charting of medical and administrative information in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsMinimum of a high school diploma or equivalentPrior office experience preferredPrior health care experience preferredSpecific Job RequirementsBasic computer skillsAccurately relate information concerning a patient's conditionFunctional knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsAccurately file all medical information accurately and timelyFile appropriate patient information data on designated medical records, wristbands, ID cards, etc., as requiredSchedule appointments for services independentlyManage telephone calls courteously and efficientlyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer