RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a variety of transcription-related duties involved in maintaining patient medical records.

• Enters and maintains service provider (SER) information in CARE*Link.

• Maintains RightFax data flow.

• Answers department phones and directs phone calls to appropriate parties.

• Provides medical information to offsite providers in accordance with departmental procedures.

• Performs all necessary basic clerical skills during the course of business.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Essential: standing, sitting, walking, stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds with use of carts; reaches above, at and below shoulder level; repetitive arm/hand motions; static gripping of objects for prolonged periods; gripping of an object.

• Operates computer, copiers, telephone, facsimile, microfilm, typewriter and calculator.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

• Subjected to noise/vibration from pneumatic tube system and telephones, moving files, electrical wires and rolling ladders/step stools.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated ability to operate computer/printer/fax/copier.

• Demonstrated ability to type 35 wpm.

• One (1) year prior office experience in a healthcare facility preferred.

• Prior experience in medical records preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet