Compassionate Behavioral Health Unit Clerk

Oceans Healthcare; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene, part of Oceans Healthcare, seeks a Unit Clerk to support the nursing station, act as liaison with administration, and ensure smooth paper flow and patient information handling.

The role emphasizes empathy, accuracy, privacy and compliance with Joint Commission and state regulations, with CPR and de-escalation training required to uphold safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Must read and write proficiently and follow instructions.
• Able to work well with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of age, disability and cultural specifics.
• Maintain professional, compassionate demeanor.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones quickly and direct calls to patients and staff.
• Assist clinical staff with admissions and liaison with business/admitting offices.
• Gather and route descriptive and financial information to staff.
• Greet visitors and patients with empathy.
• Complete nursing unit paperwork and maintain patient records.
• Transcribe physician orders and chart vital signs.
• Record patient diagnoses on forms and prepare requisitions.
• Coordinate transfer and discharge of patients.
• Transport patients and assist with minor medical tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Diversity Communication

Cultural Competence

Empathy & Integrity

Attention to Detail

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene, part of Oceans Healthcare, seeks a Unit Clerk to support the nursing station, act as liaison with administration, and ensure smooth paper flow and patient information handling.

The role emphasizes empathy, accuracy, privacy and compliance with Joint Commission and state regulations, with CPR and de-escalation training required to uphold safety and quality care.