Hospital Data Entry Clerk - Full Time

THIS POSITION IS AN ONSITE - NOT REMOTE

Functions as a Hospital Data Entry Clerk (Full Time) in a team and mission-based setting to provide assistance to Director of Support Services; maintains and secures mainframe database and integrity by entering and updating customer account information with payments, contractual and adjustments. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities. This position may be asked to work at other NCCH-designated work location or sites as needed.

This position is an essential worker which requires a commitment to teamwork, collaboration and department scheduling needs i.e. good attendance, attitude, customer services, communication skills, etc.,

Reasonable Accommodations / Job Performance:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   This job description outlines those functions, responsibilities and success factors upon which the employee’s performance may be evaluated. 

Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Support Services or designated administrator.

Special Conditions:   Position is subject to Safety Sensitive / Drug Free Workplace 

Essential Functions:

Prepares source data for computer entry

Compiles, sorts, batches information, and follows established data entry procedures

Reviews accounts (cash, charges, adjustments, financial class changes, and account notes.)

Enters account data according to screen format or application requirements

Processes account source documents

Reviews data for deficiencies, and discrepancies and notify Director of Support Services.

Returns incomplete documents to appropriate department for resolution

Verifies account data

Reviews, corrects, deletes, or re-enters data, and distributes reports to various departments for confirmation.

Other Support Functions

Assists, if necessary, end of month and end of year closing processes.

Scans cash folders as outlined in department processes.

Assist Director of Support Services with monthly and fiscal year end balancing and audit materials on a semi-annual and annual basis. 

 Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent required. 

One (1) year data processing or computer operations experience required. 

Data processing or computer operations experience in a healthcare setting helpful.

Knowledge of computer operating systems, database, and mainframe operations.

Proficient typing skills (minimum 40 wpm), 10-key calculation, mainframe applications, and basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None required

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of HIPAA privacy requirements and medical terminology.

Establish and maintain solid working relationships through communication, cooperation, and positive interactions with all patients/clients, employees, staff, providers, and vendors.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and work independently with limited supervision.

Strong customer service skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Positive communication skills; ability to successfully interact with all customers; continuous demonstration of courteous, cooperative and service orientated behavior.

Supports and maintains a culture of safety, quality and positive patient experience.

Basic computer skills, and ability to use office equipment to include but not limited to copy machine, faxes, EMR, etc.,

This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but is not intended to limit the incumbent nor Northern Cochise Community Hospital Inc., to only the work identified.