Ward Clerk

Jasper General Hospital•Bay Springs, MS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ward Clerk position at JASPER GENERAL HOSPITAL is a Day Shift/PRN role responsible for managing communication, maintaining resident records, and ensuring the smooth operation of the ward. This role involves interacting with staff, residents, and visitors, monitoring access, and responding to resident needs.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a professional attitude with staff, residents, family, and visitors.
Must be able to monitor doors for entry/exit of visitors and residents.
Must be able to answer resident call bell system.
Must be able to document appropriately resident Leave of Absence forms.
Every other weekend required.

Responsibilities

Answer telephone, page calls, deliver messages to residents, and take messages.
Maintain Daily Census Report.
Maintain an up-to-date roster of residents.
Keep copies of forms stocked and make/request copies as necessary.
Maintain a daily employee tardy and absentee log.
Contact employees regarding changes in work schedule upon request by nursing supervision.
Assist in finding a replacement for an employee in the event of an absentee employee.
Maintain a professional attitude with staff, residents, family, and visitors.
Monitor doors for entry/exit of visitors and residents.
Answer resident call bell system.
Document appropriately resident Leave of Absence forms.
Perform any other duties and responsibilities as requested by immediate supervisor.