Modesto
Job DescriptionSalary: $21.00 *Must be available to work Day and/or Night shifts and Weekends. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS • The Unit Clerk must have a high school diploma or equivalent., • Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills are required, along with knowledge of medical terms and at least one (1) year of experience as a Unit Clerk (preferred). DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES Using independent judgment, the Unit Clerk provides clerical services to the patient care units. The clerk is responsible for: • Correct transcription of orders, • Filing of all reports, • Maintaining patient log book, • Daily chart reviews, • Arranging for transportation and follow-up/outside tests, • Maintaining current professional licenses and/or certifications as and when required by state, regulatory agency, or hospital mandate., • Protects hospital resources through appropriate and careful use of supplies and equipment., • Performs clerical duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths., • Receives and handles phone calls appropriately. Records and communicates messages accurately and in a timely manner., • Practices Standard Precautions when providing patient and hospital services., • Responds promptly and appropriately to patient call lights or requests, referring to patient needs to appropriate staff., • Demonstrates the ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations and follows established emergency procedures and practices., • Assures that the rights of all patients are respected and maintained by allowing for privacy confidentiality and dignity in the provision of service., • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to safely and appropriately fulfill job specific responsibilities related to safety, security, emergency preparedness, control of hazardous materials/waste, life safety, medical equipment and utility systems as outline in the hospitals environment of care plan., • Demonstrates knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations and appropriate/special applications., • Demonstrates the ability to access and use hospital computer systems according to established guidelines. Follows the hospitals policy and procedures as they pertain to all hospital information systems., • Complies with the hospitals policies and procedures, including timekeeping, dress code, attendance, and the Standards of Conduct., • Maintains required applicable education and in-service requirements and participates in departmental staff meetings (through attendance or reading meeting minutes)., • Attends mandatory ethics program. Conducts all hospital business with the highest standard of ethical behavior., • Communicates with physicians, administrative staff, co-workers and patients/families in a respectful, confidential and collaborative manner., • Communicates and follows the organizational chain of command for notification of patient care/service issues, when appropriate., • Demonstrates a positive image and performs responsibilities in a professional manner. Demonstrates flexibility in the provision of patient care and service., • Demonstrates the ability to organize workload, set priorities, and use time efficiently to completer work in an organized manner. Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment., • Expresses and accepts feedback in a professional manner., • Assists with unity projects and takes initiative during downtime., • Assists in orientation of new staff.