What are the responsibilities and job description for the HUC-Emergency Department (FT) position at Highland District Hospital?
Health Unit Clerk - Emergency Room - FT
Organization: HDH
Hours: Full-Time Unit Clerk/72 hours per pay period
Position Summary:
Provides indirect patient care in the Emergency Department. Meets the communications of the patient/family, departmental staff and medical staff. Implements directions from physicians and nursing staff.
Major Responsibilities:
- Logs all patients in the Emergency Department in the computer.
- Enters and verifies orders in the computer system. Documents the time orders were placed in the computer on Emergency Department record.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to charge nurse, coworkers, and physicians.
- Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patients needs.
- Retrieves all lab results from the computer and brings to the attention of the charge nurse.
- Takes specimens to the Laboratory.
- Orders supplies and printing weekly. Assists in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
- Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
- Interacts professionally with patients and their families and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
- Maintains age specific safety precautions.
- Obtains appropriate nursing staff to assist physicians in the care of the patient.
- Maintains good working relationships both within the department and with other departments.
- Meets current standard and policies in documentation.
- Answers telephone in a polite manner and communications information to the appropriate personnel or family.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Maintains regulatory requirements, nursing and Hospital policies and procedures and standards, including infection control, safety regulations and guidelines.
- Attends staff meetings in accordance with Hospital policy.
- Completes annual educational requirements.
- Maintains an accurate and orderly filing system.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Pervious hospital experience preferred but not required.
High School Diploma or equivalent. Pervious hospital experience preferred but not required.
Why join the HDH team?
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
At Highland District Hospital we strive to be caring people serving our community by providing exceptional, accessible, quality healthcare in an atmosphere of safety, compassion, and excellence.
Our values provide the framework for fulfilling our mission and vision.
We value:- Quality
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Integrity
- Patient-First Mind Set
- Compassion
At HDH we are always focused on doing what is best for those we serve and committed to providing a safe, effective, and efficient environment which promotes healing and growth.
Benefits Available:
- Competitive Salary
- Cafeteria Discounts/Employee Ordering Options
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- OPERS and Ohio Deferred Compensation
- Full-time, Part-time, and PRN schedules available
- Professional Development and Educational Assistance Opportunities
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
