Clerk at Saint Barnabas Medical Center

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clerical Duties, Receptionist Skills, Communication Skills, EHR System Proficiency, Patient Interaction, Organizational Abilities, Bilingual, HIPAA Compliance, Medical Records Management, Customer Service, Triage Skills, Document Scanning, Appointment Verification, Insurance Information Collection, Child-Friendly Environment, Basic Information Provision

Industry

Description

The Clerk is responsible for performing clerical duties, receptionist, and communication functions necessary to support professional and auxiliary activities in the unit. He/she works under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse and nurse manager. * Greet patients and families warmly upon arrival * Verify patient identity and confirm appointments * Collect/update demographic and insurance information * Obtain signed consent forms (treatment, vaccination, etc.) * Check patients in/out using EHR system * Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally * Triage calls to appropriate staff (nurse, provider, billing, etc.) * Take and relay accurate phone messages * Provide basic information on clinic hours, policies, and routine procedures * Scan/upload documents (immunization records, external labs, etc.) into EHR * Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records * Ensure documentation is HIPAA compliant * Assist with obtaining medical records from outside facilities * Communicate effectively with nursing and clinical team * Verify vaccination status and prepare forms for nurse/provider review * Ensure age-appropriate screening forms are completed * Maintain a calm, child-friendly environment * Help reassure and engage pediatric patients and families * Provide forms for school/daycare (physical forms, immunization records, etc.) * Keep office supplies stocked (e.g., clipboards, forms, pens) Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education Required High school diploma or Equivalency 2. License(s) Required Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program 3. Experience/Skills Required: Minimum of I year as a medical assistant in the pediatric department. Must have excellent computer skills including ability to utilize word, excel, and power point. Requires excellent organizational abilities and superior communication skills. Must be bilingual.

Responsibilities

The Clerk is responsible for performing clerical duties and communication functions to support professional activities in the unit. This includes greeting patients, verifying identities, managing appointments, and maintaining patient records.