Perioperative Clerk

Job Summary

This position reflects the mission, vision and values of Westchester Medical Center Health Network and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines. The purpose of this position is to provide collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare workers within our department. The employee is responsible for answering phones, ordering supplies and transcribing orders given by physicians.

• Communicates clearly and effectively with nurses, administration, and physicians
• Maintains patient’s files
• Prepares patient treatment charts
• Updates patient information
• Schedules appointments
• Answers telephones, orders supplies and enters physician orders
• Handles administrative duties and provides back-up support with additional functions as required
• Must develop and foster excellent client and staff relations
• Performs other functions as required and trained to perform

• Working knowledge of hospital organization and procedures
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Strong strategic thinking and decision‑making abilities
• Conflict resolution skills and ability to maintain personal composure when priorities quickly change
• Able to multitask, and be goal and detail-oriented
• Works well under pressure and deadlines
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Must develop and foster excellent client and staff relations
• Able to work independently
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and overall pleasant demeanor
• Full command, verbal and written, of the English language. Multilingual a plus
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office with a strong aptitude for Excel
• Understands customer service as it relates to position and delivery of care

• High School or GED; prior experience in healthcare field

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement