Unit Assistant (Oxford)

McLaren Health Care • Oxford, MI

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About The Position

Responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that support nursing unit operations and the delivery of effective and efficient services to meet the needs of patients and families. The role includes establishing and maintaining efficient communication, accurate data entry, maintaining inventory of identified forms and supplies, and providing other support activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal Unit Assistant course or one year of directly related experience.
• Associate degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient intercom requests and obtain needed services from nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, aides, and other hospital personnel.
• Greet visitors in person or by telephone, answer inquiries, relay calls to patients, give directions, and refer inquiries to nursing and physician staff.
• Perform administrative tasks, including answering phones, greeting visitors, maintaining department logs and reports, scheduling appointments, typing, filing, copying, faxing, and ordering office and equipment supplies.
• Perform computer and data-entry functions to support patient care, including establishing and maintaining patient records; entering nursing and physician notes and orders as needed; and handling patient paperwork such as discharge, admission, and personal information forms.
• Ensure compliance with health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED