Admitting/Discharge Clerk admits and discharges patients to and from hospital. Interviews patients to obtain required medical and financial information and completes registration and discharge forms. Being an Admitting/Discharge Clerk verifies patient insurance and ensures registration and discharge forms are properly signed. May be responsible for collecting patient payments and/or arranging patient transfer. Additionally, Admitting/Discharge Clerk typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Admitting/Discharge Clerk gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. To be an Admitting/Discharge Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience or may have 0 years of experience plus an associates degree, or additional training, or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Northern Maine General is looking for a Clerk to work at its nursing home, Mercy Home, in Eagle Lake. The Clerk is responsible for answering the phone, transferring calls in a professional manner, tracking visitors and staff in the facility, safeguarding all confidential records, performing administrative functions such as word processing, photocopying, faxing, data input, filing, etc. Candidate must be flexible, organized, able to follow directions, and able to work in a distracting environment. Individual must be competent in oral and written communications. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Preference will be given to individuals with intermediate training in the general area of business including all sub areas of secretarial skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.35 - $16.43 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: In person