Description

Position Summary:
Clerk Typist 1 is routine typing and clerical work which follows well established procedures. Work may include the operation of other standard office machines for which no previous training is required.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Types articles, letters, memoranda, reports, statements, tabulation and other materials from copy, rough draft or dictating machine; operates copy machines. Sorts and files correspondence, reports, vouchers or other materials numerically, alphabetically or by other established classifications. Meets the public, gives non-technical information and explains well defined rules; screens and refers office callers; opens, sorts and distributes mail; takes telephone messages. Completes and mails routine forms or form letters; posts data from forms or form letters on cards or other records based on well established procedures. Computes data from requisitions, listings, time reports or other records; assembles data in appropriate form for use in completing required reports. Makes simple arithmetic calculations; prepares and codes billings; verifies cashier tapes and issues receipts for payments. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience:
Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.

Education:
High School diploma is required.

License Certification:
Non-licensed worker.

Knowledge Skill Abilities:
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.

Physical Demands:
Job function is sedentary in nature and requires sitting for extended periods of time. Function may require frequent standing or walking. Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Jobs in this group are required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: extended use of computers, preparing and analyzing data and analytics, and other components of a typical office environment. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).

Work Environment:
Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Possible exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves or a mask when exposed to hospital environment outside of office. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).