Unit Clerk

Job description

Unit Clerk 26000402 Description Position Summary: Coordinates the clerical activities of the Emergency Department. Maintains patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and respects patients' rights. Functions as the focal communication source in the nursing station. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 1. Transcribes information onto patient charts, into log books and notes orders 2. Handles telephone calls (inside lines, outside lines, EMS calls and patient call system) 3. Prepares patient charges using physician notes, nursing notes and treatment documentation 4. Enters charges onto SMS computer terminal 5. Assembles charts, maintains department filing and orders supplies as needed 6. Enters patient charges 7. Directs visitors, staff, physicians and outside agency representatives to patient area 8. Performs typing duties as assigned 9. Schedules and prepares charges for outpatient procedures 10. Coordinates calls to special agencies as needed (e.g., police, animal control, etc.) 11. Orders patient nourishments as needed 12. Assists in data collection for monthly reports/assists with employee timekeeping 13. Enters test results into the patient chart during down time 14. Comp...