Hospital Unit Clerk Per Diem - Sacramento, United States - UC Davis Health

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Job Summary


This position is responsible for performing reception and clerical functions for the nursing station; coordinates patient care activities with other departments to include programming and answering call lights, arranging transport services for transporting patients to other areas of the hospital, ancillary services, stocking supplies and forms, doing audits, and functions related to admissions, transfers and discharges of patients.


(5/30/2024);

Minimum Qualifications

  • Recent experience working in a similar setting
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
  • Commitment to excellence in patient care
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
  • Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner
  • Knowledge of performance improvement and evidencebased practice
  • Basic computer skills
  • Writing skills to legibly and clearly convey information to others using English words and phrases
  • Oral communication skills, using English, to clearly convey information and explanations to a variety of others, including patients, visitors, and staff
  • Ability to use computer terminal: read patient records, physician orders and other printed and handwritten paperwork; read assignment board 1015 feet away from workstation; notice visitors and detect call lights while
  • Ability to communicate with others over the noise of office and patient care equipment and activities of many people; detect and respond to patient intercom signals, emergency buzzers in patient bathrooms, warning beeps on computer equipment, and voices calling form patient rooms or down the corridors.
  • Ability to load printer with computer paper, to move clothing, linen or supplies which weigh up to 25 pounds.
  • Identifies self and unit when answering/using the phone. Delivers messages and/or refers phone calls to the appropriate person. Forwards all information as required. Handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for patient confidentiality and HIPAA.
  • Ability to deal with people who may be upset, confused or angry.
  • Demonstrates adherence to the Principles of Community.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with using electronic medical records system
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Department Description


The UC Davis Children's Hospital Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Special Care Nursery is a tertiary and quaternary care treatment unit specializing in the care of high-risk infants, including those born prematurely and very prematurely, from 23 to 37 weeks gestation.

The nursery also cares for infants born with congenital defects as well as birth related conditions, including congenital heart defects, gastroschisis, myelomeningocele (spina bifida), metabolic disorders and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn, as well as birth related conditions such as jaundice, birth asphyxia, sepsis, pneumonia, perinatal depression and intraventricular hemorrhage.

Our Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is recognized for the Beacon Gold Award, Safe Sleep Gold Award, ACS Level I Pediatric Surgical Accreditation, Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology Center of Excellence.


Position Information
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Salary or

Pay Range:
$30.

35:

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Salary Frequency:

Hourly:

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Salary Grade: 283:

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Payroll Title:

HOSP UNIT SVC CRD PD:



  • Number of Positions: 1:
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Appointment Type:

Per Diem:



  • Percentage of Time: 20%:
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Shift Hours: 8 hour variable (morning, evening, night):



  • Location: Main Hospital, Sacramento:
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Union Representation:

Yes, EX:

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Benefits Eligible:

No:

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Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

  • Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy _Benefits Summary_ and our _Benefits Page_
  • High quality and lowcost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
  • UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
  • Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
  • Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Barga

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