Unit Clerk - Emergency Services | Full Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Clerk Secretary functions as a member of the nursing unit team, performing routine clerical and receptionist duties as designated. All duties must follow Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization requirements, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees. The role is based at Singing River Gulfport Hospital and is scheduled for nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Duties and working conditions may be revised or supplemented as assigned by management. The position requires professional customer service, communication, attention to detail, multitasking, and appropriate clinical judgment when working with patients of all ages.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and effective communication by telephone and in person.
• Demonstrate customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Be proficient with computers and keyboarding, and able to use office technology, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, multitasking, decision-making, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Maintain emotional stability in high-stress situations and collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including moving about the office and facility, repetitive keyboard use, and remaining active for extended periods.
• Be able to work schedules assigned, with possible changes to days off, shifts, or weekends according to hospital needs.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a medical terminology course.
• Experience as a Unit Clerk Secretary.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clerical and receptionist duties as designated for the nursing unit.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization requirements, and applicable health care guidance.
• Use a computer and office technology, including a telephone and fax, as well as MS Outlook and Word.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.

What This Job Offers

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