Medical Clerk III - Cardiology

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska's second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation's largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

Medical Insurance

provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers. Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances Discounted Pet Insurance Retirement Contributions

with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b). 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan:

After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer. Paid Time Off

starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service. Eleven Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave

or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance

are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members. Flexible Spending Accounts

for Healthcare and Dependent Care. Ancillary Cash Benefits

for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness. On-Site Child Care Facility

with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool. Employee Assistance Program

with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice. Tuition Discounts

for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University. On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities. License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff. Gym Access

to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals. Emergency Travel Assistance Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary:

Under general supervision, provides routine clerical support for assigned clinics through scheduling, reception, records maintenance, coordination with other hospital clinics, and general management of assigned medical clerical staff.

Responsibilities:

Provides routine support for assigned clinics through scheduling, reception, records maintenance, coordination with other hospital clinics, and general management of assigned medical clerical staff. Manages and schedules assigned staff. Assigns tasks and priorities; advises assigned staff; recommends corrective actions and performance evaluations. Coordinates department staff with payroll.

Greets and assists patients and clients. Answers, screens and directs incoming calls. Schedules and confirms appointments with patients and medical staff; resolves scheduling problems. Coordinates patient visits with other hospital clinics and departments. Arranges travel and housing for patients and staff. Coordinates patient transfers and room assignments.

Maintains forms and basic information on patient charts and electronic databases. Resolves coding and records problems. Enters patient care data for billing to outside providers. Orders charts, labs, and medical supplies and materials. Assists nurses with basic patient care.

Produces and distributes department mailings. Prepares reports and informational or paperwork packets. Orders and restocks office and medical supplies. Trains new medical support staff. Maintains payroll and timekeeping for the department.

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Other information:

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS: • Knowledge of customer service concepts and practice. • Knowledge of multi-line telephone systems operation. • Knowledge of privacy laws and regulations. • Knowledge of basic medical terminology and clinic systems. • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. • Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks and demands. • Skill in managing and leading staff, and delegating tasks and authority. • Skill in operating office equipment such as copiers and fax machines. • Skill in maintaining and updating clinical schedules. • Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or GED equivalent

AND

THREE (3) years of medical office experience;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

ANMC is not a latex free environment. Therefore, some latex exposure can be expected.