What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med/Surg Ward Clerk position at York General?
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Position Title: Med/Surg Ward Clerk - Regular Part Time (PT)
Department: Med/Surg
Reports to: Director, Med/Surg
Nature of Work
York General has an opening for someone who has great customer service skills and is a good communicator. If you are organized, can multi-task, and have great attention to detail, we'd love to have you on our Med/Surg team!
Highlights of the Position
- Customer-focused: Be a welcoming face for our patients and their families in Med/Surg!
- Employee-centered: York General was named Modern Healthcare's Best Place to Work for 10 years in a row!
- Get your foot in the door: This is a great way to gain experience in medicine. No certification is required for this position.
What You Will Do
- This position is responsible for clinical and receptionist functions in Nursing Services.
- Clerical functions include such things as processing of orders, organization and management of charting materials, maintenance of patient roster and census sheets, etc.
- Answering the telephone and nurse call system, greeting patients and visitors, and processing various communications are among the receptionist duties.
- Process orders and initiates communications of orders to ancillary departments via computer, telephone or fax.
- Patient record management; maintains supplies of charting materials, and disassembles dismissal charts, assists with placing documents on charts, printing forms, assists with photocopying and faxing when needed.
What You Need
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- This position requires attention to detail, accuracy, the ability to handle multiple priorities, good communication and customer service skills.
- Attractive differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts
- Excellent benefits packages
Experience
Preferred- Comparable position experience is desirable but not required.
Education
Required- High School or GED or better
Skills
Preferred- Detail-oriented
- Verbal & written communication
- Organizational skills
- Multi-line phone system
- Multi-task
- Interpersonal skills
- Interact effectively with the general public
- HIPAA privacy requirements
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
