Kaiser Permanente

Ward Clerk


PayCompetitive
LocationDowney/California
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 1210136

      Under indirect supervision of a RN, provides & performs a variety of clerical functions for the department including but not limited to: maintaining department files & records; coordinating the acquisition of charts & patient records; scheduling/re-scheduling & coordinating patient examinations, procedures & testing; performing the typical duties & responsibilities of a receptionist. Promotes the efficient operation of the department by arranging & coordinating the scheduling of patient care activities & maintaining supplies & equipment.


      Essential Functions:

      - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws

      - Provides reception for assigned area

      - In conjunction w/ other departments, assists in the resolution of members' problems

      - Files & records physician orders accurately & timely in accordance w/ departmental policies & procedures

      - Assists in maintaining accurate & up-to-date medical records & enters computerized medical data from patient charts

      - Completes & files patient processing forms

      - Calls or faxes prescriptions into pharmacy

      - Assures accurate census by inputting admission, discharge & transfers in a timely manner

      - Schedules & re-schedules or cancels tests, procedures & examinations for patients

      - Coordinates the administrative aspects of hospitalization admission, transfer, discharge & transportation

      - May transport patients, equipment, supplies & laboratory specimens

      - Prints & distributes diagnostic reports & notifies appropriate personnel of abnormal lab results

      - Organizes & maintains department files, records, handbooks, manuals, committee minutes & inventory of patient education files

      - Collects, sorts & delivers mail

      - Prepares outgoing mail

      - Promptly answers call lights, alarms & patient requests
  • About the company

      Providing high-quality, affordable health care services and improving the health of our members and the communities we serve.

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