Unit Clerk

ArchCare•New York, NY

About The Position

The Unit Clerk is responsible for various administrative and clerical tasks within a healthcare setting. This includes managing resident charts, completing audits, assisting with resident admissions, discharges, and transfers, and handling supplies. The role also involves functioning as a liaison between departments, managing communications, and ensuring the smooth operation of the unit. The Unit Clerk must maintain a professional attitude and adhere to organizational policies and safety procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma

Responsibilities

Checks the residents' charts for order and need for new orders.
Completes chart audits.
Copies, prepares, and assists in the admission, discharge, and transfer of a resident to the hospital or to another facility.
Receives, unpacks, and stores floor supplies.
Utilizes computer, as instructed, to update resident information.
Performs other related duties as directed by the Charge Nurse or supervisor.
Functions as a liaison for the Nurse in inter-departmental communications.
Contacts laundry, laboratory, and other departments as specified.
Answers the telephone and the Nurse call system.
Assists in the transport of residents to other areas.
Delivers requests to appropriate personnel.
Delivers and obtains charts from medical records.
Transports residents on elevators for meals, activities, clinic visits, and other appointments.
Maintains a professional attitude when interacting with residents, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
Provides assistance with resident care where needed.
Follows organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Follows assigned safety, security, and fire regulations.
Reports any accidents and dangerous situations.
Maintains confidentiality of organization and resident information.