What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Clerk position at The Rogosin Institute?
The Rogosin Institute (RI), a non-profit medical care and research organization affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell Medicine, is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Unit Clerk to provide clerical, administrative, and communication support within our Dialysis Unit.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and multitasking skills, thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and be committed to delivering exceptional service to patients, families, and staff.
This is a full-time position based at our Brooklyn location: 2372 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11208.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Clerical Support
- Perform filing, typing, data entry, and general clerical duties.
- Answer and route incoming phone calls, take messages, and provide information as appropriate.
- Sort and distribute mail, faxes, and other communications.
- Scan and upload documents into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Maintain accurate reports, treatment records, and patient documentation.
- Ensure all patient and employee forms are stocked and readily available.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Patient Support & Scheduling
- Prepare patient charts and ensure required consent forms are completed.
- Register patients in the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Schedule, update, and modify patient appointments as directed.
- Follow up on patient no-shows and missed appointments.
- Coordinate patient transportation and assist with physician appointment scheduling.
- Assist with insurance verification and authorization processes and forward documentation to billing as needed.
Inventory & Supplies
- Monitor and maintain inventory of dialysis and office supplies.
- Assist with ordering supplies and reporting inventory needs.
- Prepare laboratory specimen tubes and enter lab orders into designated systems.
- Monitor lab supplies and remove expired items as necessary.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and accuracy in a healthcare environment.
- Minimum of one (1) year of administrative experience in a healthcare or medical setting
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
Interested applicants should forward an updated resume and salary requirement.
We offer an excellent salary and outstanding benefits package. EOE M/F/D/V
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.51 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22