Senior Clerk, Health Information Management

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. Georgetown Community Hospital is an acute care hospital with 75 beds offering a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, intensive care, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services. From our bariatrics to women's services to radiology, we have a wide range of services that serve our community.

Where We Are

Georgetown is a small town bursting with charm in the midst of Kentucky Horse Country and is the true birthplace of bourbon. We are proud to be Kentucky's fastest growing city and home to a diverse list of adventures for all including petting a thoroughbred champion, feeling the thunder of a new engine roar to life, and strolling along a bustling Victorian-era downtown with architectural charm and locally-owned shops, restaurants, craft breweries and a bourbon distillery.

Why Choose Us

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Options for accident, critical illness, long-term, short-term, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• And much more...

Position Summary

The Senior Health Information Management Clerk performs a range of clerical duties related to the support of operations of the physician practice including updating and organizing information on the unit; coordinating work within the unit and with other units and departments; reporting relevant information to the supervisor; and responding to inquiries and requests from patients, visitors and caregivers.

Reports to: Market Practice Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Associate's degree

License

None required

Certifications

None required

Minimum Work Experience

Previous clerical or health information management experience preferred.

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills required.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates communications among caregivers, patients and visitors to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of information.
• Performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care delivery
• Coordinates daily patient flow activities
• Stocks unit with office and medical supplies and prepares requisitions to maintain inventory levels.
• Answers the telephone in a professional manner and directs calls or takes messages
• Faxes and photocopies information as requested by staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Patient Populations Served

Does not treat or provide direct care to patients.

Exposure

Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present.

Protected Health Information Access

Access to the following types of protected information may occur:
- Demographic
- Clinical
- Insurance
- Financial
- Complete medical record

Physical Requirements

Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely

Non-Essential Functions

- Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct
- Review all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned.

EEOC Statement: 

Georgetown Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

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