What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Dept Clerk position at Global IT Resources?
Overview
The Unit Clerk performs job duties under the direct supervision of the Unit Charge RN or House Supervisor and reports to the Emergency Dept. Unit Director. She/he is responsible for completing reception/secretarial duties on the patient care unit and functions as the focal communication source at the nurse’s station.
Responsibilities
- The Unit Clerk is responsible for his/her own actions, and the following list is a requirment
1. One year previous hospital experience as a Unit Clerk or a graduate of an approved Secretary program preferred
2. Successful completion of basic Medical Terminology program; High school graduate or equivalent preferred
3. Basic computer and keyboard knowledge and skills; clear and legible handwriting
4. Professional telephone etiquettte
5. Ability to prioritize duties and work as part of a team; ability to work independently with minimal supervision
6. Effective, positive written, oral, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
7. Accurate spelling, grammar, arithmetic, and English usage.
8. Manual dexterity to handle and operate equipment needed to perform Unit Clerk functions
9. Auditory ability to perform procedures and communicate with team members and public directly and while using the telephone
10. Vision adequate to read and document on the medical record and use the computer
11. Ability to sit for long periods of time; ability to work under stressful conditions
12. Demonstrate good judgment/decision making ability consistent with knowledge and skills.
13. Possess manual dexterity to handle and operate equipment needed to perform Unit Clerk functions.
15. Ability to work as part of a team, required (supervision)
16. Ability to meet specific criteria for individual nursing unit, required.
17. Ability to set up and monitor the staff pagers, required
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year experience
- EMR: Meditech
Join our client's team as an Emergency Department clerk where you can make a difference in the lives of patients while working in a dynamic healthcare environment!
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Emergency Clerk: 1 year (Required)
- Meditech: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Aberdeen, WA 98520 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23
