Senior Clerk, Health Information Management

Lifepoint Health • Georgetown, KY

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Health Information Management Clerk performs a range of clerical duties related to the support of operations of the physician practice including updating and organizing information on the unit; coordinating work within the unit and with other units and departments; reporting relevant information to the supervisor; and responding to inquiries and requests from patients, visitors and caregivers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous clerical or health information management experience preferred.
• 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.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree

Responsibilities

• Facilitates communications among caregivers, patients and visitors to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of information.
• Performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care delivery
• Coordinates daily patient flow activities
• Stocks unit with office and medical supplies and prepares requisitions to maintain inventory levels.
• Answers the telephone in a professional manner and directs calls or takes messages
• Faxes and photocopies information as requested by staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Options for accident, critical illness, long-term, short-term, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED