Health Information Clerk

Maintain paperwork for transfer or referrals; Ensure orders and records are received upon resident return. File or scan all incoming clerical information in the in-house or electronic records. Track and schedule routine labs and x-rays and transcribe vitals, input/output information, etc. into the appropriate document system.

• Coordinate scheduled physician visits; transcribe any necessary progress notes.
• Prepare paperwork for discharge.
• Collect discharge clinical record from nursing station within 24 hrs of resident discharge or death.
• Stock forms and clerical supplies on the station.
• Complete tasks as assigned by Director of Nursing, Staff Development, or Administrator.

• Medical office secretary certificate (or other applicable course).
• Long term care or healthcare experience preferable.
• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical Terminology.
• Basic computer and typing/data entry skills.
• General office skills including filing, organizing, scheduling, and tracking.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Good customer service and telephone skills/etiquette, tact and warmth when dealing with family and residents.
• Ability to work within a team and empathy for the elderly.