• Job Description

  Req#: 1351350
  Job Summary:
  
  
  Under indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides and performs a variety of clerical functions for the department including but not limited to: maintaining department files and records; coordinating the acquisition of charts and patient records; scheduling/re-scheduling and coordinating patient examinations, procedures and testing; performing the typical duties and responsibilities of a receptionist. Promotes the efficient operation of the department by arranging and coordinating the scheduling of patient care activities and maintaining supplies and equipment..
  
  Essential Responsibilities:
  
  
  • Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
  • Provides reception for assigned area. In conjunction with other departments, assists in the resolution of members problems.
  • Files and records physician orders accurately and timely in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Assists in maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records and enters computerized medical data from patient charts. Completes and files patient processing forms.
  • Calls or faxes prescriptions into pharmacy.
  • Assures accurate census by inputting admission, discharge, and transfers in a timely manner. Schedules and re-schedules or cancels tests, procedures and examinations for patients.
  • Coordinates the administrative aspects of hospitalization admission, transfer , discharge and transportation.
  • May transport patients, equipment, supplies, and laboratory specimens.
  • Prints and distributes diagnostic reports and notifies appropriate personnel of abnormal lab results.
  • Organizes and maintains department files, records, handbooks, manuals, committee minutes and inventory of patient education files.
  • Collects, sorts, and delivers mail; prepares outgoing mail.
  • Promptly answers call lights, alarms and 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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