Unit Clerk - ARH Advanced Care, Inc.

The Unit Clerk is responsible for efficient and courteous communication for the nursing unit, as well as serving as monitor tech for the facility.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES

· Serves as general receptionist for the nursing unit, operates communication systems, and provides general information concerning the hospital and/or patient’s condition in accordance with hospital and HIPAA guidelines.

· Maintains a roster of inpatients by name, bed number, and reports daily on admissions and discharges.

· Monitors telemetry monitoring equipment and advises nursing staff of any identified issues.

· Operates various office equipment.

· Contacts other departments, physician offices or others for information necessary to properly provide patient care.

· Operates computer systems

· Attend workshops pertaining to position to stay abreast of constant changes

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

· High School diploma or GED equivalent

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

· Must be proficient in secretarial skill, Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and other computer skills.

· Experience in cardiac monitoring preferred. Must pass cardiac monitoring prior to starting in hospital.

· One year experience in an office or one year business school education desired.

· Past experience in dealing with the public is desired.