Office Clerk

Summary: Amedisys is one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. They are seeking an Office Clerk to perform various clerical duties to support the department, including data entry, filing, and responding to inquiries. The role also involves maintaining records and providing administrative support as needed. Responsibilities: - Responds to telephone calls, gives information to callers or routes calls to appropriate staff - Processes, handles and distributes incoming and outgoing correspondence to include mail and faxes. Prepares outgoing mail and packages with proper addresses and postage - Sorts and files departmental records in accordance with established procedures - May perform data entry to update automated systems with accurate information - Maintains and organizes forms, supplies, or other materials needed for the department - Performs office support functions and/or provides back up to other positions as needed - Performs errands outside the department as needed - Attends and actively participates in staff meetings - Provides other administrative support to the department as needed to include assistance with special projects Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent preferred - One (1) or Two (2) years of clerical experience and possesses a working knowledge of office practices and procedures - Strong data entry, computer, and software skills preferred - Ability to use standard office equipment to include copiers, fax machines, and other methods of electronic communications - Excellent interpersonal skills including excellent verbal and written communication skills - Demonstrated knowledge of customer service skills when responding to questions and other inquiries from internal and external customers - Dependable transportation, valid automobile insurance and a valid driver's license may be required to perform errands outside of the office Preferred Qualifications: - Home Health/Hospice claims experience - Experience in a fast-paced medical office with strong multi-tasking capability - Bank deposit preparation - Ability to work at least 3 days per week, onsite Required Skills: Data entry, Computer skills, Office software, Use of office equipment, Clerical experience, Home Health/Hospice claims, Customer service Benefits: A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans., Paid time off., Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan., Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more., Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program., 401(k) with a company match., Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.