Medical Clerk

Medical Clerk

The Medical Clerk will be responsible for overseeing operation of patient intake, support physicians and medical staff, and maintain examination rooms and medical equipment. This person will assist with front office duties including clinic reception and medical record keeping when necessary. The Medical Clerk must be experienced in all procedures of medical assisting for clinical and administrative knowledge. They will report to the Clinic Floor Supervisors. This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum High School diploma.

Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to exchange pertinent non-routine information.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to use tact, discretion, and sensitivity when interacting with patients.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Experience in community clinic environment a plus.

Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Korean highly desired.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Check patient history and vital signs.

Maintain adequate supply of all medical supplies and equipment.

Maintain proper specifications for equipment (e.g. daily refrigerator and freezer temperature checks, bleach solution preparation, balance check)

Prepare examination rooms.

Provide assistance in examination room when needed.

Direct patient flow during clinic operations.

Collect and process specimens.

Assure that all labs are seen by the physicians and are filed appropriately.

Assist front office with management of client files in accordance with all relevant codes and laws.

Assist in scheduling appointments, filing, typing, data entry, record keeping, and other administrative duties at the clinic.

Participate in staff and educational meetings.

Other duties as assigned.