Healthcare Unit Clerk - Scheduling & Patient Communications

AdamsPlace; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Uniforms

Career development and advancement

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Milan in Milan, TN seeks an organized Unit Clerk to support the nursing team and daily operations on the unit. You will handle clerical tasks, maintain records, and assist with scheduling while ensuring clear communication with patients, residents, families, and staff.

This full-time role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork, and efficient documentation. Competitive pay depends on experience, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a health care environment.
• Previous clerical, medical office, or health care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the nursing unit.
• Answer telephones, route calls, and assist visitors in a professional manner.
• Maintain unit records, forms, files, and other documentation as assigned.
• Assist with scheduling duties for the nursing unit, including coordinating and updating staff schedules.
• Assist with communication between nursing staff, physicians, departments, patients, residents, and families.
• Enter or update information in approved systems as directed.
• Maintain adequate supplies and help keep the nurses' station organized.
• Protect confidential patient and resident information in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Perform additional clerical duties as assigned by nursing leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Data-entry

Multitasking

Clerical/medical office experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

NHC HealthCare Milan in Milan, TN seeks an organized Unit Clerk to support the nursing team and daily operations on the unit. You will handle clerical tasks, maintain records, and assist with scheduling while ensuring clear communication with patients, residents, families, and staff.

This full-time role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork, and efficient documentation. Competitive pay depends on experience, with a comprehensive benefits package available.