Unit Clerk - Acute Care - Per Diem

Job description

Position Summary: Under the supervision and/or direction of a Nurse, performs various duties assisting the nursing staff, operations of the nursing unit, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Understands and adheres to GCMC’s Compliance Standards as they appear in GCMC’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and GCMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Experience: - Previous experience in clerical or receptionist position - Hospital experience or satisfactory completion of medical secretary training program preferred. - CPR certification recommended - Specialty Unit (ICU): Successful completion of arrhythmia interpretation class within 90 days of hire Essential Functions: 1. Ability to communicate in various and complex situations a) Functions as communication focus during emergency situations and for STAT requests and orders. b) Acts as focus of communication at nurses station regarding all patient care activities by answering phone, relaying accurate messages to physicians, staff, and inpatients, relaying appropriate patie...