Unit Clerk

About the role

This position is accountable to perform clerical duties, act as unit receptionist, coordinate unit/patient activities with other departments via proper use of the computer and telephone, and maintain an orderly and efficient nursing station.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties
• Act as unit receptionist
• Coordinate unit/patient activities with other departments via computer and telephone
• Maintain an orderly and efficient nursing station
• Assist with unit patient flow and requisitioning medical supplies
• Communicate with physicians, nurses, visitors, and patients
• Maintain accuracy in transcribing orders, despite difficulty reading physician's orders
• Function efficiently under pressure and stress; identify and maintain priorities
• Respond to simultaneous requests while remaining courteous and tactful
• Assist in procedures for proper documentation of patient care from admission through discharge
• Maintain unit supplies and interdepartmental communication
• When necessary, sit with patients on Suicide/Behavioral watch to prevent harm

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior receptionist skills preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
• Ability to use computer for online learning, accessing forms/policies, completing benefits enrollment