OR- Surgery Unit Clerk

OR Surgery Unit Clerk M-F 8-5
Position Summary
Under general supervision, performs a variety of general and specialized clerical support tasks related to departmental functions. The Unit Clerk provides assistance to staff to ensure patient information is collected and available in a timely manner. Greets customers and answers the telephone professionally. Provides direct or indirect patient care. Computer schedules and information programs are maintained and updated in a timely manner, as appropriate. A 30-day notice is required when an employee resigns.

CLINICAL JUDGMENT/CARE DELIVERY

The Unit Clerk performs general and specialized clerical support tasks under general supervision.

Unit Clerk Accountability:

Implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and department of assignment

Greets customers and answers the telephone professionally.

Completes required documentation, maintaining and updating computerized schedule and information programs in a timely manner

Prepares and compiles patient medical records or patient information in the unit of assignment.

Maintain proficiency in equipment operation and troubleshooting in the area of primary assignment

Enters and verifies orders in the computer system

Demonstrates professional conduct with accountability for actions.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Maybe required to work outside the traditional work schedule.

Demonstrates professional conduct with accountability for actions.

Knowledgeable of and accesses policies online

Unit Clerk Authority:

Prioritizes needs and problems for actions

Makes suggestions to improve processes

Informs peers if best practices are not followed

Utilizes BBGH standardized tools and behaviors in conflict resolution

Follows the chain of command for unresolved issues

Supports the implementation of clinical changes and evidence-based practices

Participates in performance improvement initiatives

Age Requirement

18 years of age or older

Education

Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Conditional:

Experience/Qualifications

Required:

None

Conditional:

None

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

BLS for healthcare workers within 3 months of hire

Conditional:

BLS for healthcare workers within 3 months of hire

Position Hours

Expected work hours up to - 12

All offers of employment are subject to a background check and drug screen.

EOE