Marin General Hospital Greenbrae , CA 94904
Posted 2 months ago
ABOUT MARINHEALTH a UCSF Affiliate
Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth! Ranked in the top 3% of general hospitals in the country, we have made great strides since returning to our roots as an independent hospital. As Marin County's only acute hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential health care services, it is our mission-and our passion-to excel in every medical specialty. We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the resources and medical sophistication of an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital. We have an exceptionally collaborative team that adheres to the highest service excellence standards to ensure that we deliver world-class, personalized care to patients. Our Joint-Commission accredited hospital has won numerous awards and certifications in delivering best-in-class health care in the San Francisco Bay Area.
WHAT WE OFFER
MarinHealth offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans). Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately. Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area! Find your healing place at MarinHealth.
External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federal, state & local laws.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides coordination of unit-specific equipment as well as general administrative and clerical support. Typical responsibilities include electronic health record/chart management, data collection and entry, forms management, staffing arrangements, clinical orders/test result processing, and inter/intra-departmental communications. Responsible for collaborating with other departments' staff and managers, materials / sterile processing technicians, and other clinical areas in the hospital to assure timely availability of supplies, trays, carts, instrumentation and equipment in good working condition for safe patient care in a unit. This position is responsible for the organization and problem solving in relation to maintenance of such equipment.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
EXPERIENCE
The equivalent of two years' full-time experience performing medical-clerical duties that included patient record management, inpatient admission procedures, data collection and entry, staffing arrangements, clinical order and result processing, and interdepartmental communication/coordination preferably in a critical access or acute care hospital facility.
Preferably one (1) to two (2) years' experience in an inventory or equipment coordination position. Previous experience with equipment and materials tracking software and analysis of data is also desirable.
PREREQUISITE SKILLS
Accurate typing
Proficiency in computer operation/windows applications
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to handle and maintain a filing systems accurately
Ability to handle a large volume of detailed work in a timely manner
Ability to establish priorities and maintain a calm demeanor while working in an atmosphere of conflicting demands
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers and other hospital staff
Ability to work effectively as a team member and contribute positively towards the goals of the team and the organization
Ability to read, speak, write, understand and follow English verbal and written instructions
Medical Equipment knowledge
Microsoft Office applications
LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
Basic Life support (BLS) with America Heart Association
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)
Prints cardiac rhythms and hemodynamic waveforms for interpretation by RN (in areas with monitoring on the unit)
Admits/transfers/discharges in electronic health record system and central monitoring station, if applicable
Processes patient orders/test results and performs other data entry/processing via unit-based computer and manual systems
Maintains departmental manuals and logs, records, filing systems, forms, departmental and selected ancillary charges/credits and reconciliation procedures
Collects and compiles unit statistical and UR data
Performs electronic and paper chart management functions including compilation and organization. Copies charts for transfers and ensures a completed/signed and ordered record prior to sending to medical records
Manages staffing procedures including call off lists, float lists, time off requests, collaborating with staffing office on work schedules
Processes inpatient admissions including computer entry, obtaining authorized signatures, patient scheduling, bed assignment and census/accommodation verification
Provides timely verbal and written communications within team
Troubleshoots, monitors, and provides simple maintenance for printers, fax and duplicating machines
Assists visitors, hospital staff, and other individuals by answering questions and providing information. Effectively screens and handles telephone calls.
Develops and maintains easy to use references for the equipment management system
Develops and maintains records for but not limited to equipment utilized, repair, current inventory record of all carts, trays and instrument sets, including specialty sets; up-to-date file of equipment repair; coordinates with Biomed
Develops system to maintain supplies and equipment at a par level: procedural carts, emergency trays, (CRRT/hemodialysis solutions in ICU); monitors expiration dates and location
Relocates equipment to Clean Utility Room and ensures cleanliness and readiness for use in appropriate locations within the room
Collaborates with departmental staff and other departments to ensure all changes related to equipment are communicated as appropriate.
Assists in the orientation of new employees
Assists with contacting manufacturers, hospitals, and vendors to acquire information on new products as well as assists management in the identification and evaluation of new products/services to maximize cost effectiveness within a unit
Communicates effectively and timely via email with an appropriate follow up if required
SECONDARY (modifiable)
Other duties as assigned in relation to equipment and clerical responsibilities
MarinHealth remains committed to the health and safety of our employees, patients, and the entire community. As such, MarinHealth requires employees to receive all required immunizations, including, MMR, flu (seasonal availability), and COVID-19 vaccine + booster, as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, as required. Any exemptions from these requirements may be granted for limited and specific situations.
The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on the individual's skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications. This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position. Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.
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