Bilingual Ward Clerk Transcriber – On-Call Unit Support

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Ward Clerk Transcriber to support and coordinate administrative activities in the nursing unit within the Medical Center. Responsibilities include processing admissions, transfers, discharges, and coordinating with care teams to ensure timely patient flow.

The role requires handling communications, managing unit supplies, updating records, and occasionally floating to other departments. Bilingual English/Spanish and strong office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Level II required.
• Ability to learn software applications and EMR systems.
• Typing proficiency and basic office skills (30 WPM).

Responsibilities

• Process, transfer, and discharge using the ADT system in the EMR.
• Answer and route internal and external calls appropriately.
• Order materials and supplies; collect equipment and medications as needed.
• Assist with discharge coordination and patient documentation packets.
• Maintain medical records and update unit information and charts.
• Provide receptionist duties and float to other departments as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Ward Clerk Transcriber to support and coordinate administrative activities in the nursing unit within the Medical Center. Responsibilities include processing admissions, transfers, discharges, and coordinating with care teams to ensure timely patient flow.

The role requires handling communications, managing unit supplies, updating records, and occasionally floating to other departments. Bilingual English/Spanish and strong office skills are essential.