Admitting Clerk - Health Information Services
Nova Scotia Health AuthorityAntigonish, NS, CA30+ days ago
Salary
CA$22.89–CA$24.88 hourly
Job descriptionGrade 12 plus graduation from an accredited secretarial or business course, or 1 year related clerical / secretarial experience required Medical Terminology Course required One year experience in the clerical field an asset Proficient keyboarding skills Demonstrated knowledge of Windows Good interpersonal and communication skills – a high degree of tact, judgement and confidentiality Ability to work independently, assess situations and seek resolution if possible, in accordance with District policies and procedures Ability to work in an area with frequent interruptions Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Casual Relief Positions Shifts may include a 24 / 7 rotation including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
About the Opportunity
The purpose of this position is to receive and register inpatients and outpatients in a professional, efficient and caring manner in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Specific responsibilities include :
- Admit, discharge and transfer patients
- Register outpatients for clinics, Day Surgery, Emergency
- Operate switchboard and direct calls as required to departments and patients
- Maintains current knowledge of alarm procedures
- Act as receptionist to the general public and other clients
- Generate, distribute and maintain daily / monthly statistical reports
- Accept financial payments, provide receipts, facilitate transport of receipts / payments to finance and maintain cash drawers
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position including, bending, carrying, walking, pushing and sitting for long periods at a time
- Incumbent will utilize NShIS and CRT
- Other job related duties
- Travel to other sites may be required
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following :
A skills test may be part of the selection process.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Compensation and Incentives
22.89 - 24.88 Hourly