MyMichigan Health · 1 month ago
Unit Assistant ER
Midland, MI
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMyMichigan Health is a technology-driven organization that seeks a Unit Assistant for the Emergency Room. The role involves coordinating patient and chart activities, collecting patient data, and ensuring proper documentation and communication within the emergency care setting.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Greets and notifies nurse when patients arrive for treatment. Collects pertinent patient and demographic data and enters it into the computer. Obtains signature for authorization of Medicare, Medicaid, and all other payers
Orders tests from ancillary departments via multiple computer programs. Adds or deletes consulting physician names on chart. Sends properly labeled specimens to the lab, making sure patients are properly identified with ID bracelets for lab studies. Communicates orders by phone regarding patient
Records information in ER logbook. Makes bed arrangements for admits to the medical center. Prepares paperwork to go with patients who are transferred to other facilities
Notifies police/sheriff department of any assaults, suspected child abuse, rapes, domestic violence or any other injuries inflicted other than accidentally
Notifies animal shelter or sheriff department of all animal bites
Participates in the orientation of new personnel to the unit
Assists in general cleanliness around triage area and patient care areas
Orders and stocks secretarial supplies
Maintains current copy of “on call” physicians
Directs patients or families to other medical center areas
Distributes incoming mail on a daily basis
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office practices, policies and procedures as normally acquired through experience working in the medical center or similar setting
Typing skills and basic personal computer knowledge needed to enter patient information
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner
Maintains confidentiality with all patient information and data obtained
Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must be done annually according to MIOSHA (Michigan Occupational Safety Health Administration) standards
Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan
Credential: TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Management - Within 6 months of hire or transfer
Credential: NIMS IS 100: NIMS IS 100 Introduction Incident Command System - Within 6 months of hire or transfer
Credential: NIMS IS 700: NIMS IS 700 Introduction National Incident Mgt System - Within 6 months of hire or transfer
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis
Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s)
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required
Company
MyMichigan Health
MyMichigan Health is a a non-profit healthcare company.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lydia Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Cross
Chief Operating Officer
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