Unit Clerk

Unit Clerk

Position Summary

The Unit Clerk transcribes and posts Physician orders; maintains Medication Administration Records; transcribes appropriate information on patient's graphic record; assists in maintaining PAR Levels of supplies for the Nursing Unit : observes, recognizes and documents EKG rhythms in the patient's chart, coordinates incoming telephone messages, makes outgoing calls as needed, assists patients, orders tests and procedures, obtains old charts and previous test results, develops patient charts,maintains an organized work environment inlcuding nurses station and breakroom.

Education

High School Diploma - Preferred

Experience

1-2 Years clerical - Preferred

License & Certification

None Required

Core Job Functions

• Supports Director in maintenance of calendar, documents and files. Collates data for operational budget and other financials. Maintains office protocols.
• Call lights and phones are answered in an efficient and professional manner and messages are communicated to the appropriate person. Work area is kept organized and clean.
• Communicates with internal and external customers in a professional, timely manner. Accurately transcribe orders and enters departmental charges day of procedure.
• Observes cardiac monitors for abnormal rhythms and rates and reports to nursing staff. Ensures all patients are placed on monitor upon arrival to the floor and places rhythm strip on patient's chart per guidelines. Accurately identifies lethal arrhythmias and initiates appropriate alert.
• Complies with regulatory guidelines for work area and professional practice. Communicates safety risk to other providers. Facilitates system / department in obtaining appropriate reimbursement / revenue.
• Monitors departmental inventory, supplies and equipment for needs, waste and / or malfunction. Maintains clean work area. Creates and maintains patient charts and paperwork from admission to discharge.

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