River Hospital is excited to announce a new position and we currently accepting applications for the dual role of Clinic Coordinator & Registration Clerk to support our expanding outpatient services. 

Job Purpose 
To provide support and assist with healthcare navigation for the patients of River Community Clinic.

• Duties and responsibilities
  • Schedule patient appointments
  • Insurance verification
  • Coordinate care for patients with other facilities 
  • Coordinate transportation for patients
  • Assist with obtaining resources for areas identified on screening questionnaires 
  • Assist with obtaining medication as needed
  • Track and report utilization data as needed
  • Attendance at planning and advisory meetings, as needed
  • Staffing coverage at the clinic, as needed
  • Coordination with finance, nurses, and social worker resources as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, required 
• Three years prior experience in a Hospital/Physician Office, required
• Experience in a related position, preferred
• PC and keyboard skills. required
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to independently solve problems and respond to patient needs
• Accurate clerical skills 
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills necessary
• Ability to work with diverse groups including; physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, and families.

It is the employee’s responsibility to know the requirements for certification, limited permit and licensure for their individual profession.  It is also the responsibility of the employee to notify the employer of the status of any certification or licensure issue or potential issue.  The employee will comply with all of the requirements outlined by the New York State Office of professions for the particular profession.

Working conditions

• Prolonged exposure to PC's.
• OSHA Category III.
• Risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Physical requirements

• Standing, walking, continuous repetitive motion of wrists and hands..
• Ability to deal with stress