Emergency Dept Unit Clerk - Night Shift

Selectminds; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Grand Blanc, Michigan, seeks a Unit Clerk for the Emergency Department. You will transcribe charts, route calls, prepare charges, and maintain patient records while protecting confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, keyboard typing, medical terminology knowledge, and BLS certification within 3 months of hire. This full-time role offers regular night shifts and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of keyboard/computer and typing experience
• Medical terminology knowledge
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire
• Preferred: Previous experience or training as Unit Clerk

Responsibilities

• Transcribes information onto patient charts, into log books and notes orders
• Handles telephone calls (inside lines, outside lines, EMS calls and patient call system)
• Prepares patient charges using physician notes, nursing notes and treatment documentation
• Enters charges onto SMS computer terminal
• Assembles charts, maintains department filing and orders supplies as needed
• Directs visitors, staff, physicians and outside agency representatives to patient area
• Performs typing duties as assigned
• Schedules and prepares charges for outpatient procedures
• Coordinates calls to special agencies as needed (e.g., police, animal control, etc.)
• Orders patient nourishments as needed
• Assists in data collection for monthly reports/assists with employee timekeeping
• Enters test results into the patient chart during downtime
• Completes transfer log and admission log
• Runs errands when directed
• Performs other department related duties as assigned

Skills

Typing

Medical terminology

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Grand Blanc, Michigan, seeks a Unit Clerk for the Emergency Department. You will transcribe charts, route calls, prepare charges, and maintain patient records while protecting confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, keyboard typing, medical terminology knowledge, and BLS certification within 3 months of hire. This full-time role offers regular night shifts and a collaborative team environment.