Unit Clerk

Overview

Position Summary: Coordinates the clerical activities of the Emergency Department. Maintains patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and respects patients' rights. Functions as the focal communication source in the nursing station.

• Transcribes information onto patient charts, into log books and notes orders
• Handles telephone calls (inside lines, outside lines, EMS calls and patient call system)
• Prepares patient charges using physician notes, nursing notes and treatment documentation
• Enters charges onto SMS computer terminal
• Assembles charts, maintains department filing and orders supplies as needed
• Enters patient charges
• Directs visitors, staff, physicians and outside agency representatives to patient area
• Performs typing duties as assigned
• Schedules and prepares charges for outpatient procedures
• Coordinates calls to special agencies as needed (e.g., police, animal control, etc.)
• Orders patient nourishments as needed
• Assists in data collection for monthly reports/assists with employee timekeeping
• Enters test results into the patient chart during downtime
• Completes transfer log and admission log
• Runs errands when directed
• Performs other department related duties as assigned

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of keyboard/computer and typing experience
• Data entry experience
• Medical terminology knowledge
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire

Preferred:

• Previous experience or training as Unit Clerk

• Schedule:
  
  Part-time
• Additional Locations:
  Michigan, Lapeer
• Requisition :
• Daily Work Times: /
• Hours Per Pay Period: 48
• On Call:
  No
• Weekends:
  Yes