Unit Clerk - Emergency Department - Jefferson Hospital - Full Time
On-siteJefferson Hills, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Enter physician orders on-line to maintain patient records with close review by nursing staff and notify personnel of urgent orders. Complete requisition forms, contact departments to schedule diagnostic tests and therapies, answer telephone calls, sheet charts, and order supplies as designated. Initiate and maintain charts for all patients, record and file clinical data, diagnostic reports, and documents from printers and fax machines. Communicate pertinent patient care and environmental information to the patient care manager, charge nurse, or staff while maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA policy. Maintain and communicate adequate unit supplies and communication resources to contribute to a safe and clean environment.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum High school diploma/GED
Desired Qualifications
- Formal post-high school coursework in medical terminology
- Prior unit clerk training
- 1 year unit clerk experience
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