Unit Clerk

Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury is a one-of-a-kind rehabilitation and community re-entry facility in Lake Katrine, NY (near Kingston, NY), specializing in:

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Ventilator Care and Ventilator Weaning
• Neurobehavioral Disorders
• Complex Medical Recovery

We are the largest brain injury treatment program in the world. We are a facility where talented people are given the opportunity to use their special skills, be creative and sometimes push the envelope.

We are currently looking for a Unit Clerk Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Monitor for current notes in medical record by all disciplines; notifies responsible disciplines if discrepancies are noted.
• Cull (thin) medical records periodically and upon discharge; organize medical records in accordance with established medical record policies and procedures
• Prepare all new admission medical records.
• Answer telephone, take messages, may call physicians for non-emergency communications or as directed by charge nurse.
• Answer resident/patient call bells; arrange for assistance from appropriate staff if necessary.
• Monitor and log needed repairs on unit.
• Assist with transfer of residents/patients as needed (i.e. Dining Room, Rehabilitative services, etc).
• Accompany residents/patients to outside facility appointments.

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have 2 years clerical experience, including appointment setting and transportation coordination
• Must have basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Must have excellent communication and phone skills
• Must have excellent customer relations experience with residents, co-workers and families
• Able to maintain professional demeanor and attitude at all times, including crisis situations
• Be accurate, organized and strong follow up skills
• Able to handle confidential information.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage available. Competitive salaries. 401K with employer contribution. Generous Paid Time Off. Weekly/Daily Pay

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