Description:
This position will cover duties in the Medical Records/Appointment Unit. The primary duties of this position include: pre-registering patients; verifying and updating patient demographic information; collecting and entering all insurance and financial information; obtaining copies of patient identification; and act as Immunization Administrator which requires tracking immunizations and identifying patients who need vaccinations (specifically children 24 to 36 months). Other responsibilities include the following: retrieving and scanning all patient information into the patient’s EHR; preparing and mailing copies of all medical records for which there is a valid Release of Information; assisting with scheduling patient appointments; directing incoming calls to appropriate personnel; and performing other duties as required.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through at least two years of office assistant/secretarial experience. Prefer applicants with the following: strong verbal communication skills; personal computer knowledge and experience; and ability to relate and communicate with patients, staff, and people from all socio-economic groups and backgrounds. The ability to maintain patient confidentiality is required. All health department employees (with the exception of individuals with an accommodation or medical exemption) are required to get an annual flu shot vaccine as part of condition of employment.
Application Requirements:
An official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and college transcripts are required to fully evaluate your qualifications for this position. The completed application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date; postmarks will not be accepted. All portions on the application, as they relate to background, must be fully completed. Applications may not refer to a resume’ or other enclosed documents (i.e. “see resume” or “see attached”), nor will these items be accepted in lieu of a completed application. We will be unable to consider incomplete submissions for this position. Unofficial transcripts (e.g. student copies) are acceptable for application purposes. If selected for employment, official transcripts will be required. A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.
Closing Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Apply To:
Halifax County Human Resources Management
26 North King Street (next to the Historic Courthouse)
Post Office Box 646
Halifax, North Carolina 27839-0646
Telephone: (252) 583-1688
**Applicants That Do Not Meet the Full Qualification Requirements, May Be Offered a Trainee or Work/Against Appointment** (only for positions that are work against eligible).
Halifax County is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test will be required of this position with the results being received (negative) prior to the first day of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will employ only those individuals who are US citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.
EOE/M/F/V/D
Listed under Healthcare & Nursing jobs.