OR Surgery Unit Clerk M-F 8-5
Position Summary
Under general supervision, performs a variety of general and specialized clerical support tasks related to departmental functions. The Unit Clerk provides assistance to staff to ensure patient information is collected and available in a timely manner. Greets customers and answers the telephone professionally. Provides direct or indirect patient care. Computer schedules and information programs are maintained and updated in a timely manner, as appropriate. A 30-day notice is required when an employee resigns.
CLINICAL JUDGMENT/CARE DELIVERY
The Unit Clerk performs general and specialized clerical support tasks under general supervision.
Unit Clerk Accountability:
Implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and department of assignment
Greets customers and answers the telephone professionally.
Completes required documentation, maintaining and updating computerized schedule and information programs in a timely manner
Prepares and compiles patient medical records or patient information in the unit of assignment.
Maintain proficiency in equipment operation and troubleshooting in the area of primary assignment
Enters and verifies orders in the computer system
Demonstrates professional conduct with accountability for actions.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Maybe required to work outside the traditional work schedule.
Demonstrates professional conduct with accountability for actions.
Knowledgeable of and accesses policies online
Unit Clerk Authority:
Prioritizes needs and problems for actions
Makes suggestions to improve processes
Informs peers if best practices are not followed
Utilizes BBGH standardized tools and behaviors in conflict resolution
Follows the chain of command for unresolved issues
Supports the implementation of clinical changes and evidence-based practices
Participates in performance improvement initiatives
Age Requirement
18 years of age or older
Education
Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Conditional:
Experience/Qualifications
Required:
None
Conditional:
None
Licenses/Certifications
Required:
BLS for healthcare workers within 3 months of hire
Conditional:
BLS for healthcare workers within 3 months of hire
Position Hours
Expected work hours up to - 12
All offers of employment are subject to a background check and drug screen.
EOE
