University of Missouri Health Care · 2 hours ago
Unit Clerk: Maternal Newborn Days
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $21.18/hrUniversity of Missouri Health Care is looking for a dynamic and organized individual to join their team as a Unit Clerk. The role is crucial in maintaining a positive and orderly unit atmosphere, supporting both staff and patients with courtesy and respect while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates and facilitates unit activities including Promptly answering call lights using positive guest relations skills and page-appropriate staff
Monitor visitors on the unit and alert staff to possible problems and security issues
Assist in the coordination of emergencies and codes
Demonstrate ability to organize workload and manage multiple tasks while maintaining an orderly desk routine
Maintain unit station and common areas in a neat and orderly manner
Educate and train new unit clerks, students, and other staff, related to unit clerk activities and responsibilities
Contribute to and support a positive learning environment
Function as the computer and office equipment resource or super user for the unit
Maintain appropriate medical records and other forms needed during computer downtime
As needed, deliver lab specimens, and deliver/pick up supplies from other departments
Maintain scheduling flexibility to meet unit needs
Greets and directs patients, visitors, and employees with courtesy and respect, and addresses them professionally
Utilizes the principles of Patient Family Centered Care
Maintain a neat, clean patient environment
Maintain unit supplies, restocking as needed
Meets the standards for regulatory requirements for state and federal agencies
Promote and achieve the satisfaction of internal customers
Effectively intercede with families and patients and resolve concerns if able, if not able consult with the RN providing care to the patient
Provides administrative and clerical support for the assigned unit including transcribing and processing physician orders, including computer entry
Answer phones, direct calls and take messages for physicians, nurses, and staff
Function as the resource person and unit communicator such as knowing the location of staff, equipment, and supplies
Maintain inventory and par levels of unit forms and general office supplies
Coordinate paperwork for the unit, including admissions/discharge logs, census logs, patient medical records, and other unit-specific documentation
Maintain accurate and timely entry of information into the computerized bed-management system
Perform charge entry duties
Run and reconcile reports for management and supervisors
Collect patient and unit data as assigned
Cost-effectively utilizes human and material resources
May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired
Preferred
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department
Benefits
Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
Company
University of Missouri Health Care
As part of the state’s premier academic medical center, University of Missouri Health Care offers a full spectrum of care, ranging from primary care to highly specialized, multidisciplinary treatment for patients with the most severe illnesses and injuries.
Founded in 1839
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Missouri Department of Economic Development
2023-04-03Grant
Leadership Team
Ric Ransom
Chief Executive Officer
Dustin Thomas
Chief Financial Officer
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