Data Entry Technician I

Job Summary:

Enters data into computer or database system with accuracy and efficiency. Reviews discrepancies in data received, requests clarification or advises supervisor of issues related to data. Performs data verification routines in accordance with established procedures and deadlines to verify accuracy of entered data. Produces reports and printouts as needed.

Job Duties:

Maintains system of scheduling the data entry in conjunction with appropriate deadlines. Reviews documents to ensure completeness and appropriateness prior to data entry. Reads notes and instructions written on source documents and compares information with printouts to detect errors and ensures completeness and conformity with establishment policies and procedures. Notifies supervisor when errors are detected; refers work to other workers for correction. Compares corrected input and output data with source documents, worksheets, and data displayed on screen of computer terminal to verify corrections. Prepares and maintains a system of logs and records of entries made. Separates source documents for distribution. Sorts printouts for distribution. Produces reports and printouts as needed. Maintains security of the systems of records. Assists and trains other staff on data entry processes. Performs general office duties, i.e., answers phones, makes copies, etc. Assists clients and/or other staff as required. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

One (1) year of data entry experience is required.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software and Word Processing software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N/A

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Completion of a data entry course is preferred. Completion of medical terminology and/or ICD-9 Coding preferred as specified by hiring department. Must have the ability to operate a computer and other general office equipment.

Employee must not and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG’s Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA’s List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Permanent