Unit Clerk - Modesto, United States - Central Valley Specialty Hospital

Central Valley Specialty Hospital

Verified Company

Modesto, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

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 followup/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 hospital's environment of care plan.
Demonstrates the ability to access and use hospital computer systems according to established guidelines. Follows the hospital's policy and procedures as they pertain to all hospital information systems.
Complies with the hospital's policies and procedures, including timekeeping, dress code, attendance, and the Standards of Conduct.
Maintains required applicable education and inservice 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, coworkers 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.