Medical Data Entry Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Data Entry Clerk to join a healthcare team. This onsite opportunity is a Long-term Contract position supporting a high-volume, patient-facing environment where precision, clear communication, and compassionate communication are essential. The role plays an important part in collecting and maintaining sensitive clinical information that supports state reporting. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with rotating coverage needs, including weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, review, and enter medical and demographic information with a high level of accuracy to support official clinical records.

• Interact directly with patients, clinicians, interpreters, and administrative staff in a respectful and detail-oriented manner.

• Manage sensitive conversations with empathy and discretion while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

• Meet established productivity goals without compromising data integrity or documentation standards.

• Provide coverage for team members during vacations, absences, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed.

• Participate in training that may begin with weekend assignments and extended shifts during the onboarding period.

• Communicate clearly in both verbal and written formats to ensure complete information gathering and effective coordination with the care team.

• Support additional departmental tasks as needed to maintain smooth daily operations.

• Experience with data entry in a medical, clinical, or healthcare-related setting.
• Working knowledge of basic medical terminology and clinical documentation practices.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally in a patient-facing role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general computer-based data entry systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and a consistent commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to adapt to a rotating schedule and work onsite in a seven-day operational environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort handling confidential information and navigating emotionally sensitive situations with professionalism.