Data Entry Clerk

General Summary

Performs varied tasks in a business or medical office setting under the direction of the data & information specialist, including data entry and review for Texas Kids Intervention Data System (TKIDS) and ensures reports are accurate, clerical duties to include answering the telephone and other clerical support and the maintenance of case files.
Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for data entry in a timely and accurate manner into the TKIDS web-based information system using an electronic health record system.        
• Responsible for compiling and verifying accuracy of data entered via reports from EHR and TKIDS systems to eliminate duplication of data; verifies entered data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or re-entering data. Maintains record of monthly TRAD report verification completed.     
• Utilizes spreadsheets to enter, store and/or retrieve information as requested or otherwise necessary, and summarizes data in preparation of monthly reports. 
• Maintains data entry requirements by following data program techniques and procedures. Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.     
• Responsible for maintaining recordkeeping systems, confidential files and other related information for department needs. Responsible for proofreading material and make necessary corrections following standard office procedures
• Any other duties assigned by Supervisor or Program Director.

Work Experience

Required

• 3-5 years in a fast paced/high volume business/medical office setting

Preferred

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education/Certifications/Licensure 

Required

• A high school diploma or GED with a minimum of three (3) years relevant employment experience.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and effectively with other Program and Agency personnel.
• A valid driver’s license, satisfactory safe driving record and auto insurance required.
• Must authorize and pass a criminal history background check, and must pass a pre-employment physical exam.

 

Skills

Required

• Three years of proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and standard office software applications
• Able to efficiently organize, proofread, problem solve and multitask
• Word Processing Speed of at least 50 wpm
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, accuracy, reliable, flexible and be a team player

Preferred

• Competent with Google apps such as sheets, docs and drive.
• Internet skills including preferred use of emails, group messaging and data collection. 
• Bilingual ability (English/Spanish)

 

Physical Requirements
If a preliminary offer of employment is extended, a physical will be required before the offer can be accepted.

Light to medium physical duties include standing, walking, reaching, bending, hearing, talking for up to eight (8) hours a day.  Must have good vision.  Must be able to lift thirty-five pounds. Lifting will be primarily confined to occasional on premises lifting of boxes of office supplies and minor office equipment.  Non-physical demands include performing multiple tasks simultaneously, the ability to meet multiple deadlines, judgment decisions and working closely with others as part of a team.

Welcome to Community Action Corporation of South Texas (CACOST)!

CACOST is a private non-profit organization established in 1971 and funded through federal, state and local grants.  CACOST currently serves 16 counties via a wide variety of community programs and services.  CACOST lives its mission each day, which is to continuously improve the lives of South Texans by providing high quality health care, education, housing and economic opportunities to reduce poverty through services and partnerships.

CACOST is looking for employees who are interested in accomplishing our mission, which can be both rewarding and challenging.  We count on our employees to contribute directly to the growth and success of our agency.  Because the quality of our staff is the key to our success, we carefully select our new employees.  Apply today to join our CACOST family and take pride in being a member of our team.