Unit Clerk/Secretary (Non Nurse)
Life Care Centers of America•Michigan City, IN
27d
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Accurately relate information concerning a patient's condition
- Functional knowledge in field of practice
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
- Experience verifying insurance, prior authorizations, recertifications on insurance works closely with medical records, therapy and Business office
Nice To Haves
- Prior office experience preferred
- Prior health care experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Accurately file all medical information accurately and timely
- File appropriate patient information data on designated medical records, wristbands, ID cards, etc., as required
- Schedule appointments for services independently
- Manage telephone calls courteously and efficiently
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Social Assistance
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
