Job location: Miami, FL

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-10-15
Req: R100035749
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The Sr. Data Entry Clerk inputs a variety of data into a computer-based system. This position is also responsible for data updates and maintenance of information in the applicable University system(s). The Sr. Data Entry Clerk guides lower level Data Entry Clerks. Inputs numerical or alpha-numerical data extracted from multiple data documents into the Florida’s Early Steps Data System and several Access databases and Excel spreadsheets for the program’s specific data collect. Generates audit data reports from imputed data in order to ensure qualify and accuracy of entered data. Assists staff in identifying missing data/documents of patients. Maintains tracking information on local participants.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer, copy or facsimile machine, and calculator.
• Enters alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into computer, using data entry device, such as keyboard or optical scanner, and following format displayed on screen.
• Performs data entry which including researching, verifying, coding, and correcting information to be entered into a database.
• Ability to read and decipher, verify, code and accurately enter data at a fast pace.
• Familiar with Medical Billing and collections procedures, coordinates and corrects invoices with missing or wrong information and communicates to assigned staff as needed.
• Keys data into the proper program control format and fields.
• Verifies entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Sorts and files correspondence, reports, or other materials.
• Prints daily reports and reconciles all data entries for accuracy to resolve any data/billing discrepancies and irregularities
• Prepares all data/billing reports
• Processes documents requiring various procedural knowledge specific to area of assignment; reviews documents for sufficiency.
• Obtains necessary signatures and routes appropriately and follow-ups.
• Provides assistance in performing other data/billing related duties to meet department deadlines.
• Ability to follow up with staff and external providers on information requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in data entry with minimal errors
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University of Miami School of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

c102