Clinic Office Clerk - Delta Health Surgical

Delta Health offers health care professionals and people from all walks of life an opportunity to find fulfillment in their jobs as part of a close-knit team. We pride ourselves on our positive work culture. Our team members understand our fundamental commitment to the community and rally around the motto “Excellence, Every Patient, Every Time.” When you embark on a journey with us, you’ll take pride in your work and the impact you have, while building a career with focus and purpose.

Performs medical records activities including filing, pulling, and delivering medical records to the proper location and handling the information confidentially. Researches medical records to locate health data as requested. Maintains and utilizes a variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems. Is able to process, store, and retrieve health information. Assists in identification of medical records, special studies, research, and or special projects needed.

• All aspects of clerical functions within the department.
• Is organized and professional.
• Assists with answering telephones.
• Reminds patients of appointments if not using the Auto Reminder in Athena.
• Pleasantly greets patients, visitors and family members.
• Verifies insurance and collects payments from patients.
• Assists with all positions within the department as deemed necessary according to work volume and demand.
• Scans, organizes and uploads all paper documents into an electronic health records.
• Accesses, retrieves and delivers charts upon request of other health care personnel.
• Copies and distributes records as appropriate.
• Prepares medical records files to release or transfer to providers, patients, insurance companies, and attorneys according to policy and procedure related to HIPAA compliance.
• Researches medical records to locate health data as requested.
• Pulls charts as required for patient visits.
• Help maintain the day to day scheduling of patient appointments.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have the ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Excellent typing, computer skills, and data entry knowledge required.
• Ease of proficiency with various software products.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Multi-tasking a must.
• Previous experience in a Medical Clinic Office setting preferred.
• Works effectively with patients, physicians, physician office personnel, and department personnel.
• Must be able to work efficiently with frequent interruptions.
• Completion of a medical terminology course preferred.

Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system that has been serving the Western Slope for over 100 years. We have grown to a 49-bed hospital with locations throughout Delta County. We proudly provide a wide range of medical services that meet the diverse needs of our community members. At all stages of life, we are here to provide remarkable care in a healing environment.

Employee Benefits: Medical, RX, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and Scholarships towards continued education.

Medical: Low monthly premiums; 100% coverage for all services provided within our Delta Health System without a deductible or co-payment. We offer alternative coverage to include massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Employer paid Life and Disability coverage.

Paid Time Off: 4 plus weeks of vacation (CAL) a year for Full-Time employees including sick pay and personal time off.

Retirement: 403B Plan -Up to a 3% retirement match.