Unit Clerk (Southwest Hospital)

Compass Health Network•El Dorado Springs, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. As a Unit Clerk in our adult psychiatric hospital, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Wellness Team and ensuring efficient, high-quality patient care. You’ll help maintain organization and communication across the unit through a variety of clerical, scheduling, and coordination tasks that keep our care environment running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, compassionate, and enjoys being an integral part of a mission-driven healthcare team supporting adults on their path to recovery and wellness.

Requirements

High School/GED required
Medical terminology education or secretarial skills preferred
Computer experience required
Must possess cognitive, organizational, and emotional maturity to manage multiple priorities and stressors
Must be able to work independently and collaboratively
Requires the ability to work effectively and safely with adults who may experience behavioral or emotional crises

Nice To Haves

Are highly organized and thrive in a fast-paced, team-centered environment
Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, patients, and families
Remain calm, focused, and supportive in challenging situations
Enjoy helping others by ensuring the details behind quality care are handled efficiently
Value being part of a team that promotes safety, structure, and healing for every patient

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and clerical support including filing, scheduling, data collection, and transcribing orders
Answer unit telephones and assist with communication across the care team
Assemble and maintain patient charts from admission through discharge
Prepare and post On-Duty schedules for medical staff
Order and maintain unit supplies as needed
Document and distribute committee meeting minutes promptly
Provide backup coverage to other clerical positions as needed
Support and maintain the Work Therapy program to help residents build job-readiness and engagement skills
Participate in ongoing training, facility committees, and the Continuous Quality Improvement Program
Assist with physical intervention techniques when required and participate in mandatory overtime