Unit Services Representative - Oncology - Full Time Days
Hackensack Meridian Health · Hackensack, NJ · Yesterday
OTHR$18.62/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Welcome and explain hospital and unit policies and procedures.
- Address problems and concerns from patients, family members, visitors, and physicians.
- Perform clerical support for the unit and Nurse Manager.
- Facilitate communication between guests and hospital staff.
- Answer telephones courteously and professionally.
- Maintain supply levels, track equipment, and order replacements.
- Assist patients and families with non-clinical questions and needs.
- Create awareness of patient satisfaction through unit data and surveys.
- Orient patients to the unit and room, and review the welcome handbook.
- Act as a service recovery champion.
- Ensure the unit environment is safe and free of safety concerns.
- Report safety concerns to the manager.
- Resolve IT and equipment issues as needed.
- Promote patient safety by observing patients as assigned.
- Escort patients and visitors as needed.
- Take minutes at staff meetings.
- Identify and address the needs of the patient population.
- Communicate with patients, parents, and caregivers at their level.
- Adhere to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Two years of experience in front desk, reception, or customer service roles.
- Proficiency in a second language (preferred).
- Willingness to work every other weekend.
- To work three out of six holidays.
- Rotating schedule/shifts based on needs.