Unit Clerk

Job description

Job Description SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director/Manager or delegate, assists in planning, organizing, implementing evaluating the activities occurring on the nursing unit by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area. STATUS: Full Time: LOCATION: Canton-Potsdam Hospital: 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY DEPARTMENT: Emergency Department: SCHEDULE: 6:45p-7:15a, 12-hour shifts, 2 weekends a month RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs various clerical duties related to the updating and organizing of information on the nursing units. Establishes & maintains the patient record on the unit. Answers the telephone in a professional manner and directs calls to appropriate individuals and/or takes messages. Stock units with office supplies; prepares requisitions to maintain established inventories. Faxes and photocopies information as needed. Obtains supplies as requested by the nursing staff. Records information, such as physicians' orders and instructions, dietary requirements, and medication information, on patient charts and medical records, as needed. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines by accessing PHI in accordance with departmental assignm...