Medical Clerk, Bilingual
Bethany Christian Services
- Crofton, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Greet and welcome visitors upon arrival with a positive attitude;
- Promptly address incoming calls and route them to the appropriate person;
- Receive and route incoming postal and inter-departmental mail;
- Coordinate with DHHS to enroll youth in the insurance plans;
- Coordinate payment of medical bills and seek pre-authorization of treatments, as needed;
- Maintain the hard copy and electronic medical files for clients;
- Effectively coordinate communication with physician and dental offices;
- Occasionally visit providers offices to ensure positive working relationships are maintained;
- Assist the program with seeking additional providers, when needed;
- Perform administrative task, and other document gathering and filing;
- Complete food orders and schedule meetings, as needed;
- May be required to perform basic bookkeeping and accounting functions, as needed;
- Maintain the system of credit card usage and perform monthly allocations;
- Data entry for the various programs;
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent;
- At least one (1) year of prior experience working in an office setting;
- At least two (2) years of prior experience working in an office setting, preferred;
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish, required;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Demonstrated knowledge of English, Spelling, and Math;
- Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
- Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
- Working knowledge of office practices, procedures, and basic accounting;
- Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
- Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
- Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
- Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the US to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
- Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
- Documentation of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases or the willingness to receive vaccination, or seek an exemption;
- Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith and Mission Statement.