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Independence Health System · 1 day ago

HUC - UNIT CLERK - PCU

Mount Pleasant, PA

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Independence Health System is seeking a Health Unit Clerk to perform clerical functions related to patient admission and discharge as well as department organization. The role involves assisting in patient care, transcribing physician orders, and maintaining collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Health CareHospital

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance

Contribute to the delivery of direct and indirect patient care within the parameters established by hospital policy, procedure, protocol and standards of care

Assist in meeting patient care needs as directed

Transcribe and enter physician orders via order entry system

Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed

Appropriately place reports/results on patient records following review by RN

Utilize appropriate etiquette when answering the telephone and intercom; take and relay messages appropriately and timely

Make patient rounds as requested to address patient needs and physical environment

Assist in developing an educational process for the provision and coordination of patient care activities that promote and maintain health, foster self-care and improve outcomes

Obtain resources as needed

Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn

Maintain a collaborative relationship with physicians and other health care providers to achieve desired patient outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care

Perform chart management functions

Notify RN promptly of a 'stat' order

Assist in maintaining appropriate staffing levels by identifying and contacting replacement staff as needed

Participate in unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer service

Assist in data collection process as requested

Recommend modifications for performance improvement

Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the unit clerk

Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate

Maintain accountability for actions taken

Effectively function as a resource person

Act as a patient advocate

Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students

Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/department costs

Assist in the department's compliance with state, JCAHO, OSHA and other regulatory agencies

Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys

Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections

Oversee that sufficient and proper supplies are maintained on an assigned unit

Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies

Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care

Assume appropriate team role during code situations or mock codes

Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters

Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Medical terminologyHealthcare experienceOrder entry systemChart managementPatient advocacyCritical thinkingCollaborationMentoring

Required

High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education