Clerk Unit - Surgical SDU-Part Time Evenings
About The Position
The Unit Clerk supports patient excellence and quality customer service on the Surgical SDU nursing unit at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. The role welcomes and directs patients, family members, visitors, and hospital colleagues, providing calm direction and a courteous, respectful presence. It coordinates appointments and performs general clerical duties at the unit nursing station to help ensure the timely, efficient, and accurate flow of patient information. The clerk also pages nurses, answers phones, and signs for important medical deliveries while multitasking in a fast-paced environment. This is a part-time evening-shift position with rotation to weekends and holidays. The role requires on-site presence, and employees should live within commuting distance of NYP. Travel expenses are not reimbursed.
Requirements
- One year of previous clerical and computer keyboard experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with staff, patients, and visitors.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and direct patients, family members, visitors, and hospital colleagues to appropriate areas.
- Coordinate appointments.
- Perform general clerical duties at the unit nursing station.
- Help maintain the timely, efficient, and accurate flow of patient information.
- Page nurses and answer phones on the unit.
- Sign for important medical deliveries.
- Multitask while maintaining a courteous and respectful demeanor.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
