Job Information
University of Kentucky Staff Support Associate I/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Staff Support Associate I/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE47587 |
| Working Title | Vital Statistics Registrar - EVPHA IT TECHNOLOGY |
| Department Name | H3997:EVPHA Information Technology |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 05 |
| Salary Range | $15.00-22.60/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | HS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 2 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, cuts/punctures, and combative/violent people. |
| Shift | Monday - Friday, 8:am-4:30pm; Will include some holiday and weekend requirements per department needs. |
| Job Summary | Responsible for collection and processing Vital Statistics information regarding births and deaths at both Chandler and Good Samaritan Hospitals. Processes and signs off on death certificates and/or birth certificates in the Electronic Death Records and/or Birth Vital Statistics system and ensures physician signature within 5 days of death. Helps physicians access and navigate the Kentucky Online Gateway (KOG) and Electronic Death Reporting System (EDRS) and updates the systems by adding and removing physicians. Works with funeral homes, physicians and families to accurately complete death certificates. Communicates with Kentucky Vital Statistics Office. Interviews the mother/parents of each newborn at the Hospital to apply for the birth certificate and completes paternity affidavit forms for the State. Maintains accurate files of all births at the hospital. Explains how birth certificates and social security numbers are generated to the parents interviewed. Accurately types the Certificate of Live Birth form on all live births and mails them to the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department Vital Statistics Office within 7 days of birth. Cross trains with and assists other HIM divisions with tasks which may include but are not limited to data entry, task management, work queue management, clerical support, chart audits, both ongoing and special projects and other duties as assigned. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Good communication skills, attention to detail, computer knowledge, and excellent customer service skills preferred. Bilingual preferred. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | High School/ GED. Clinical and/or healthcare support services experience preferred and experience in office and clerical or related. |
| Deadline to Apply | 10/13/2024 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Please select the response that best represents your paid employment experience in office/clerical and/or administrative duties.
- None
- More than 0, through 1 year
- More than 1 year, through 3 years
- More than 3 years, through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- Please indicate the number of years of experience you have with medical terminology.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- How many years experience do you have in a clinical setting (e.g., doctor's office or hospital)?
- None
- More than 0, through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- Do you have computer skills (i.e. word processing, excel, powerpoint, data base creation/maintenance, etc.)?
- Yes
- No
- How many years of customer service experience do you have?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- Please provide a definition for "customer service" as it relates to healthcare.
(Open Ended Question)
- Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- USPA (University Surplus Property Association )
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- Other Job Board
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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