WIC Clerk

PUTNAM COUNTY HOSPITAL • Greencastle, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Putnam County Hospital is looking for a full-time WIC Clerk. This position will work Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. No weekends or holidays!

Requirements

• HS Graduate or Equivalent
• 1-2 Years of Related Experience
• Driver's License Required: Yes
• Age Requirement: 18+
• Complete simple math skills
• Type and file efficiently
• Utilize proper phone etiquette
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Work cooperatively with staff and clients
• Perform computer related tasks
• Understand and follow all state and local policies
• Abide by all hospital and HIPAA policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Responsible for scheduling in the WIC computer system.
• Follows up on families that missed their appointments.
• Screen applicants for eligibility status and document in the WIC system.
• At Certification: Enter all necessary information into the INWIC system
• Screen applicants – income, identity, and residence
• Ensures the completion of all intake paperwork.
• Perform heights and weights (Optional)
• Calls patients before their scheduled appointment to remind them of their appointment.
• Attends all relevant workshops.
• Prepares and mails medical records as requested after the appropriate release form is obtained.
• Verify Medicaid using the Medicaid website.
• Place and answer phone calls related to clinic business in a professional manner.
• Provide referrals for services to participants as instructed by supervisor.
• Promote breastfeeding as the best way to feed baby.
• Provide community resources to patients
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED