Director Ferry County Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.96 to $26.06/Hr

This is a Union position.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ferry County Health is the sole Critical Access Hospital serving Ferry County in Northeast Washington, delivering essential, high-quality healthcare to a geographically remote and tightly connected rural community. As a cornerstone of regional care, the organization provides a full continuum of servicesincluding 24/7 emergency care, primary and family medicine, rehabilitation therapy, transitional swing bed, and skilled nursingensuring patients can receive comprehensive care close to home. Guided by a commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and stewardship, Ferry County Health has strengthened access, expanded services, and enhanced care delivery to meet the evolving needs of its population. The organization fosters a culture grounded in compassion, accountability, and teamwork, where patient-centered care and community trust are paramount. Located in the scenic mountain town of Republic, Washington, Ferry County Health offers more than a career, it offers purpose. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Colville National Forest, team members enjoy a lifestyle that balances meaningful work with outdoor recreation, strong community connections, and an exceptional quality of life.

JOB SUMMARY

Establish and maintain computer records, general files and other information. Maintain confidential information and records. Coordinate and manage special projects as assigned. Perform receptionist duties, provide assistance to referral coordinator with over flow. Fill in (float) between hospital front office, RMC and Rehab department as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Assist in referrals, HIM and front office as needed.
• Maintains procedures and controls to promote communication and adequate information flow.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform typing, faxing, correspondence, and memos.
• Serves as backup for time off and call outs for medical records gathering, referrals, authorization processes, and scanning of medical charts.
• Serves as receptionist, answers and directs incoming telephone calls, schedules appointments, register patients, screens inquiries, takes messages, and provides information in a timely, courteous and professional manner.
• Greets customers and visitors at the front desk; directs visitors,
• Performs cashier duties such as accepting patient payments, balances cash drawer and prepares deposits.
• Responds to general customer and public inquiries about District policies and procedures and refers messages, information and various types of calls to the appropriate person.
• Sorts and routes incoming mail and packages; prepares outgoing mail with postage.
• Operates phone intercom system directing hospital staff to situations, calls, and emergencies
• Handles sensitive information and situations in a manner to enhance the Districts image in the community.
• Assists in ordering and maintaining office supplies.
• Performs filing, scanning, and record-keeping.
• Perform related duties as assigned by management.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Actively checks and responds to emails and Qliq throughout the work day.
• Completes all mandatory education within given time-frame.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
• Attends at least 75% of staff meetings; reviews all monthly staff meeting minutes.
• Actively participates in the departments quality improvement (QI) activities.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices and the employee handbook.
• Communicates the mission, vision and values of the organization as well as the focus of the department.
• Meets dress code standards for the department; appearance is neat and clean.
• All Ferry County Health employees are required to maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy, state and federal regulations, including not but limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Two years office experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL AND / OR MENTAL DEMANDS

The attached Work Environment & Physical Demands addendum indicates the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

The Standards of Behavior were developed to reflect Ferry County Healths commitment to excellent community healthcare. The employees commitment to practice these Standards of Behavior will promote an optimal environment of care and foster a positive work environment. Every employee is responsible for and must follow the Standards of Behavior.

THE ORGANIZATION

Ferry County Memorial Hospital (dba Ferry County Health) was established in Republic, Washington in 1945 and moved to its present facility in June of 1974. Until 1989, the Hospital was operated by the Ferry County Hospital Association, a private group composed of members of the community.

Ferry County Health is dedicated to improving health and saving lives in our community. Ferry Countys Mission Statement is: To strengthen the health and well-being of our community through partnership and trust.

Ferry County Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age (age 40 or older), sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BENEFITS

457(b) Simple IRA

EIB

Employee Assistance Program

Sketchers Discount

Local Discounts