Unit Clerk Float (Full Time- Day/Evening Shift)

General Summary of Position

Job Summary:

MedStar Health is looking for a Full Time Unit Clerk at MedStar National Rehab Hospital in the Float Pool unit. This position is 40 hours per week and will rotate between the following shifts 7:00AM-3:30PM and 3:00PM-11:30PM with rotating weekend.

The Unit Clerk is accountable for the provision of clerical service to a specific patient care center to include direct and indirect communication, coordination of information and resources in a safe and efficient environment. The incumbent in this position will work in a 'float' capacity where the individual will be required to work within various different departments based on clinical need.

Primary Duties:

• Performs reception, clerical and information system functions which support the standards of MedStar National Rehabilitation Network (MNRN) and the Nursing Services.

• Maintains the Nursing Station as a vital communication center.

• Communicates with all levels of employees, patients and visitors.

• Prepares records and reports and maintains charts as directed.

• Participates in effective and efficient management of material and financial resources.

• Informs the Director of Nursing and/or Clinical Manager of unit status in regards to clerical function, system maintenance and work flow.

• Responsible for the implementation of customer service standards with patient, family, staff and visitors.

• Demonstrates job knowledge and takes steps to remain competent in skills required.

• Participates in nursing in-services.

• Maintains hospital and unit based competency.

• Uses electronic systems as required to comply with mandatory education and training.

• Assist with the training of new nursing staff.

• Demonstrates interest in the position, keeps up-to-date with changes in responsibilities and makes efforts to learn new skills.

• Attends staff meeting or attains newsletter to gain information related to unit activities and goals.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Required or

• Less than 1 year 6 months of hospital or health service related experience Preferred

• The ideal candidate must have excellent customer service skills, sensitivity to patients and family members, be able to work in a team with various healthcare professionals, ability to multi task in a fast paced environment and be highly organized.

This position has a hiring range of $17.50 - $27.23