Unit Desk Clerk Per Diem - Geisinger South Wilkes Barre Emergency Department
About The Position
Geisinger is proud to offer a per diem Unit Desk Clerk market leading pay rates, up to $3 shift differentials for evening, nights and weekend shifts and up to $40,000 in financial support to become an RN. This role is responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of clerical duties in a patient care environment. The position participates in required patient safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational safety. Work is typically performed in an office environment. The employee is accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Responsibilities
- Assures appropriate bed assignment.
- Ensures timely notification of teletracking upon discharge.
- Performs clerical duties for admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths according to standards.
- Transcribes and processes orders according to unit standards.
- Releases and confirms ordered tests to appropriate departments.
- Coordinates transportation of patients to multiple tests.
- Communicates patient related information promptly to the appropriate care team member.
- Participates in obtaining and communicating electronic information as pertinent to the nursing unit.
- Communicates with food services to ensure appropriate patient diets.
- Collaborates with other health care teams in order to facilitate multi-disciplinary patient care.
- Obtains and orders supplies.
- Files forms and reports according to standards.
- Maintains an organized patient care environment.
- Operates, problem solves, and takes corrective measures for clerical equipment.
- Assists with transporting non-controlled medications to and from Pharmacy and within the unit as needed.
- Assists with transporting blood products to and from Blood Bank as needed.
- Assists care team in the collection of necessary data or reports.
- Precepts and mentors new staff in a professional, positive manner.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health
- Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
