Healthcare Clerk Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

A Healthcare Clerk, also known as a Health Information Clerk, contributes to health care administration by managing and organizing medical records and other health information data. Their primary responsibilities include maintaining patient records, retrieving and disseminating medical information within the healthcare facility, and ensuring data accuracy, accessibility, and security in both paper and electronic systems. They are key in the accurate and confidential handling of patient records, coding and categorizing patient information for insurance reimbursement purposes, database management, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

Healthcare Clerks should have strong organizational, technical, and communication skills. They must be detail-oriented and have the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. Since they often use Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, computer proficiency is essential. While a high school diploma or equivalent is generally required, many employers prefer candidates with postsecondary certificates or associate's degrees in health information management or a related field. Certification, such as the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential, may also be beneficial. Before becoming a Healthcare Clerk, a person may have roles such as Medical Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, or Medical Records Technician.

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Patient Access Associate Outpatient Women's Institute, FT, 07A-3:30P

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 19 hours ago

Additional Qualifications: Complete and pass the Patient Access training course. Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment, and perform basic mathematical calculations....

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Patient Access Associate 2, BHMG- Ortho Miami Gardens, $1000 Bonus, FT, 8:00am -4:30pm

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Miami Gardens, FL (17 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Miami Gardens, FL (17 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 days ago

For external staff:Associates Degree preferred with 1 year Patient Access experience, or 2 years experience in lieu of degree. Complete and pass the Patient Access training course....

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Patient Access Associate, Lynn Cancer Institute, FT, 8A-4:30P

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 10 days ago

For external staff:Associates Degree preferred with 1 year Patient Access experience, or 2 years experience in lieu of degree. Complete and pass the Patient Access training course....

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Patient Services Agent / Patient Service Representative

  • PrideStaff
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 11 days ago

satisfaction....

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Patient Access Associate, Outpatient Womens Institute, FT, 7:30A-4P

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Additional Qualifications: Complete and pass the Patient Access training course. Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment, and perform basic mathematical calculations....

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Patient Access Specialist-Patient Access-FT-Days-BHMC #26905

  • Broward Health
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 11 days ago

Enhances the hospital's public image by direct efforts towards increasing patient satisfaction....

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Patient Access Associate, Outpatient Women's Institute, FT, 7:30A-4P

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Additional Qualifications: Complete and pass the Patient Access training course. Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment, and perform basic mathematical calculations....

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Patient Access Representative II

  • Tenet Health
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

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Patient Access Representative 3 (On-Site)

  • University of Miami
  • Doral, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Doral, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 14 days ago

The University of Miami UHealth department of Patient Access has an exciting opportunity for a Patient Access Representative 3....

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Medical Office Specialist

  • HCA Florida Aventura Orthopedics
  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Medical...

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Patient Access Representative 1 (On-Site) (H)

  • University of Miami
  • North Miami Beach, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • North Miami Beach, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 days ago

The University of Miami UHealth - department of Patient Access at SoLe Mia has an exciting opportunity for a Patient Access Representative 1....

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Patient Access Specialist (On-Site) Ft. Lauderdale

  • University of Miami
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 19 days ago

Serves as functional expert resource and provides on the job training for Patient Access Service team....

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Float Patient Access Associate, Broward Outpatient Services, FT, $1,000 Bonus, Shift Varies

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Pembroke Pines, FL (10 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL (10 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 days ago

Coordinates patient flow through the patient access area to assure timely registration and arrival to service area....

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Patient Access Associate 1, OP Patient Access, $1000 Bonus, FT, Sunday-Wednesday, VARIES

  • Baptist Health South Florida
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 days ago

Additional Qualifications: Complete and pass the Patient Access training course. Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment, and perform basic mathematical calculations....

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Patient Access Representative 1 (On-Site) Ft Lauderdale (H) - Ft Lauderdale

  • University of Miami
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 21 days ago

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Clinical Access has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Patient Access Representative 1 to work at our Ft. Lauderdale location....

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Demographic Data for Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Salary for Healthcare Clerk Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Healthcare Clerks in Fort Lauderdale, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
High School or GED
17.4%
Master's Degree
14.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Clerks in Fort Lauderdale, FL
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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