Unit Clerk - Med/Surg

Santiam Hospital & Clinics•Stayton, OR

2d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

As a Unit Clerk in the Med/Surg Department, you will serve as the welcoming face and voice of the unit, assisting with patient interactions, managing key clerical tasks, and ensuring smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate for the position will be highly organized, with exceptional communication skills, a proactive work ethic, and a compassionate approach to supporting patients, families, and care teams. If you have a genuine interest in healthcare and are ready to put your administrative skills to the test, we want to hear from you! Apply today and bring your expertise to Santiam Hospital & Clinics, recently honored as 2025’s Best Hospital in the Willamette Valley!

Requirements

Knowledge of principles related to the position.
Aptitude in verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with persons in all age groups.
Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States.
Possession of a driver's license or analogous identification.
Aptitude in basic phone skills.
Aptitude in basic clerical skills.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft applications is preferred.
Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve Med/Surg and ICU through performance of Department and service support activities
Assume the role as the unit’s ambassador, with polite interactions and greeting patients, visitors, and staff as they come into the medical until.
Answer and transfer internal and external phone calls.
Scan patient documents into the hospital health information management system (Currently EPIC).
Prepare transfer packets as directed by unit charge nurse or House Supervisor for patients being transferred to another hospital.
As directed by House Supervisor, unit charge nurse, nurse manager, or Inpatient Services Director, facilitate staffing management including contacting staff, expediting break provision for working staff, preparing and distributing staffing sheets, etc.
Complete requisitions for unit supplies
Track rented durable medical equipment
Respond to and triage notifications sent via nurse call system.
Perform administrative and clerical duties as assigned.