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USGP Advanced Office Clerk in San Diego, California
Advanced Office Clerk
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Job Location
NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER SAN DIEGO - San Diego, CA
USGP is seeking an Advanced Office Clerk.
Shall receive, greet, and inform patients, visitors, and hospital personnel and provide accurate responses in a friendly, courteous, and concerned manner.
Shall fax, copy, scan, print, and type documents to complete daily tasks listed within this contract and the MTF SOPs.
Shall utilize the Composite Healthcare System (CHCS), the Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Applications (AHLTA), and various other databases in support of patient care and to satisfy administrative requirements
A fully qualified typist(computer keyboard) with a minimum of 50 WPM is required.
General medical ethics, telephone etiquette, and excellent communication and customer service skills.
English language, correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to prepare and edit written correspondence, reports, and transcribed material.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
General office administrative and clerical skills to perform receptionist duties and answer telephones.
Ability to use standard office equipment, such as computers, typewriters, copiers, fax machines, telephone systems and office automations systems, to perform a substantial range of medical record maintenance support.
General knowledge of Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards; Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) for complete, prompt, and accurate health records.
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency. Basic medical terminology required.
At least one year in medical office scheduling, in an office setting, or at least one year in relevant experience or specialized Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator certification required.
The work can be sedentary. However, there may be some physical demands. Requirements include walking, standing, sitting or bending. Must be able to carry 25-50 pounds and reach high shelving units with the assistance of step ladders to retrieve and file medical records
Equal Opportunity Employer of minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.