Unit Assistant I - Emergency Department - Days
UAB St. Vincent's•Trussville, AL
About The Position
The Unit Assistant I performs administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned clinical area in the Emergency Department. The role supports patients, visitors, clinicians, and other members of the healthcare team through communication, scheduling, order-entry assistance, and maintenance of patient and staff records.
Requirements
- High school diploma equivalency or one year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience is required.
- Required professional licensure or certification may be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Provider certification is preferred; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients and visitors and answer, screen, and route telephone calls.
- File and distribute mail and perform other general clerical duties.
- Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members about patient care according to protocol.
- Schedule patient appointments in a timely manner.
- Assist physicians and clinicians with programs and software used in order-entry processes, transfers, and discharges.
- Assemble and maintain patient charts.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings and rooms with the appropriate person, and send notices as requested.
- Maintain meeting minutes.
- Enter and maintain timekeeping changes and staff schedules in computer systems.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Associate Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
