UNIT CLERK - OPERATING ROOM

Job description

Job Summary The Nursing Unit Clerk performs clerical functions related to the admission, discharge and continued hospitalization of the patient. This position ensures that physicians and other clinicians are enables and supported in the accurate, effective, efficient and safe use of the electronic patient record. The Unit Clerk contributes to the organization of the department as well as to the delivery of patient care within the parameters of hospital policies and performs receptionist duties. Essential Job Functions: - Acts as a role model of service excellence exemplifying courtesy, compassion, and responsiveness towards all customers (patients, families, visitors, physicians, and other members of the health care team). - Establishes a welcoming environment by greeting others in a courteous and professional manner. Speaks to people, making eye contact and introducing self. - Advises physicians of the nurse assigned to their patients - Notifies the appropriate nurse of the need to round with the physician. - Demonstrates effective use of communication techniques in a professional and courteous manner and takes thorough messages. - Operates the telephone: answer, transfer, hold, t...