Transportation Clerk

About the role

The Unit Secretary plays a crucial role in supporting the nursing units by managing records, coordinating work, and providing administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Records medical and administrative information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Establishes, develops, maintains, and updates filing systems for the unit.
• Retrieves information from files as needed.
• Answers the telephone professionally, directs calls, and takes messages.
• Transcribes physicians' orders to care plans, medication cards, treatment plans, etc., as required.
• Charts nurses' notes in a clear and descriptive manner reflecting the care provided and the resident's response.
• Forwards new diet orders to the Dietary Director.
• Notifies family or designated contacts about changes in the resident's condition.
• Aids other departments in obtaining necessary documentation and signatures from Guests, appointed guardians, and family members.
• Assists with new admissions, room transfers, and discharges of Guests.
• Provides coverage for the front desk and relieves the receptionist for breaks.
• Typing and designing general correspondence, memos, charts, tables, and graphs.
• Proofreading documents for accuracy and clarity.
• Reporting all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment, and supply issues to appropriate parties.
• Maintaining infection control and standard precaution practices.
• Following established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.
• Maintaining the comfort, privacy, and dignity of Guests.
• Communicating and interacting effectively and tactfully with Guests, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors.
• Answering and responding to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas.
• Attending and participating in departmental meetings and in-services as directed.

Requirements

No specific educational or experience requirements are listed for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in an administrative role.

Skills

None specifically listed for this position.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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