ED Unit Clerk: Fast-Paced Patient Care Hub

Boone Memorial Hospital Inc; Madison (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone Memorial Hospital Inc in the United States seeks an Emergency Department Health Unit Clerk to provide clerical and coordination support in a fast-paced ED. You will manage patient records in the electronic health record, transcribe orders, and act as a central communications hub for providers, nurses, patients, and visitors.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic clerical skills, and strong attention to detail. Prior healthcare clerical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic math, spelling, and clerical competency required.
• Completion of a medical terminology course preferred.
• Previous clerical, healthcare, hospital, or unit clerk experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates professionalism and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintains patient records in the EHR as per policies.
• Transcribes and enters physician orders for labs, radiology, pharmacy promptly.
• Verifies order clarity and escalates incomplete or unsafe orders.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA and privacy policies.
• Acts as central communication point via phone, call lights, intercom.
• Coordinates with ancillary departments to support patient care.
• Greet and direct patients and visitors, maintain organized environment.
• Prepare charts, forms, and supplies for unit readiness.

Skills

Clerical skills

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology course

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Boone Memorial Hospital Inc in the United States seeks an Emergency Department Health Unit Clerk to provide clerical and coordination support in a fast-paced ED. You will manage patient records in the electronic health record, transcribe orders, and act as a central communications hub for providers, nurses, patients, and visitors.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic clerical skills, and strong attention to detail. Prior healthcare clerical experience is preferred.