Coordinating Clerk TRMC (Emergency Room)

Asante; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Asante is seeking a Coordinating Clerk for the Emergency Department in Grants Pass, Oregon. The position ensures medical coverage for telemetry findings and appropriate patient treatment, coordinating with ER staff to maintain smooth patient flow through the department.

The role emphasizes data collection and accurate unit forms, with required basic cardiac rhythms training and strong communication with physicians and families. It is a 0.9 FTE, 3rd shift position.

Qualifications

• Clerical or healthcare reception experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; telemetry monitoring in acute care preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Basic Cardiac Rhythms course or passing test with 90%+ required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure medical coverage for telemetry findings and patient treatment.
• Facilitate smooth ER patient flow with clear communication among staff, physicians, patients and families.
• Data collection and maintenance of accurate and complete unit forms.

Skills

Clerical experience

Medical terminology

Telemetry monitoring

EMT/CNA/CMA/RT experience

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Cardiac Rhythms course

Job description

Description

Additional Position Details:FTE: 0.900000 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - Nights

SalaryRange: $20.53 - $28.23

Shift Differentials:

• $1.33 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• $2.25 extra for working between 11:00pm - 7:00am
• $1.16 extra for working weekends

Position Summary

The Coordinating Clerk for the Emergency Department establishes a Standard of Care that ensures medical coverage for monitoring and review of telemetry findings and appropriate patient treatment. They help the Emergency services staff to ensure a smooth flow of patients through the ER. This is accomplished through clear communication with staff, other departments, physicians, patients, and families, with direct accountability to the charge nurse. Responsibilities also include data collection and maintenance of accurate and complete unit forms.

Position Qualifications

Experience

• Clerical, reception, and/or other healthcare-related experience is strongly desired.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and experience with Telemetry monitoring in an acute care setting and/or EMT, CNA, CMA, or RT experience is preferred.

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate as needed for the position is required.
• Completion of a Basic Cardiac Rhythms (BCR) Course and/or the ability to pass Asante’s Basic Cardiac Rhythms test with 90% or above is required.

PLEASE NOTE: As indicated in the Education requirements noted above, this position requires successful completion of a basic cardiac rhythms course and/or the ability to pass Asante’s Basic Cardiac Rhythms test to qualify for the position and be forwarded for consideration.

If you have an interest in being eligible for this position and do not have prior telemetry experience, here is a recommended online Basic Cardiac Rhythms course:

https://learn-cardionursing.docebosaas.com/learn/course/external/view/elearning/73/basic-cardiac-arrhythmia-interpretation-certificate-course-145-hours-for-non-nurse-healthcare-providers

If you have completed the recommended course noted above, or any other online Basic Cardiac Rhythms course, you will still need to challenge and pass Asante’s Basic Cardiac Rhythms test to qualify for the position.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

At Asante, we are guided by our values:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.