Geriatric Unit Clerk – PRN Day Shift, RN Support

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX, seeks a Unit Clerk for the Women’s Health/Geriatric unit PRN Days to support busy clinical staff. Under RN supervision, you will perform clerical and receptionist duties, transcribe orders, and maintain patient charts and unit supplies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPI training within 30 days, and 6 months to 1 year of experience, with strong typing, telephone etiquette, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. certificate required.
• CPI training within 30 days of hire/transfer date.
• Knowledge of medical terminology a must.
• Proficient organizational skills and computer skills.
• 6 months–1 year continuous experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, telephone etiquette, and typing skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties as assigned by the nurse or physician.
• Transcribes physicians' orders, and maintains chart records and other files.
• Answers phones and routes calls to the appropriate parties.
• Uses resources efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Maintains and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.
• Assures that patient equipment and supplies are available and in operating condition.
• Orders and stocks the necessary equipment for the unit.
• Maintains knowledge of and conforms to Hospital policy/procedures.
• Assists department manager with various clerical duties as directed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Typing skills

Telephone etiquette

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX, seeks a Unit Clerk for the Women’s Health/Geriatric unit PRN Days to support busy clinical staff. Under RN supervision, you will perform clerical and receptionist duties, transcribe orders, and maintain patient charts and unit supplies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPI training within 30 days, and 6 months to 1 year of experience, with strong typing, telephone etiquette, and computer skills.