Hospital Unit Clerk - Day Shift, Patient Services

Montefiore Medical; New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical New Rochelle Hospital is seeking a Unit Clerk to support clinical and ancillary activities on patient care units. The role performs clerical, receptionist and communication tasks, while upholding patient confidentiality and the Montefiore Health System’s compliance standards.

The position involves assisting with admissions, transfers and discharges, maintaining accurate records, inventory management and coordination with nursing staff and administrators.

Qualifications

• Interacts with patient and family, providing feedback to nursing staff and administrators.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy according to hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing a safe, clean environment by following policies and health regulations.
• Handles admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Maintains patient medical records from admission to discharge.
• Acts as unit receptionist and coordinates with nurses and administrative staff.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment and places orders as needed.
• Provides compassionate support to patients and families.
• Responds to emergencies and reports hazardous situations.
• Fosters cooperative relationships with coworkers and other departments.
• Participates in quality improvement and problem-solving processes.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Required

Job description

Montefiore Medical New Rochelle Hospital is seeking a Unit Clerk to support clinical and ancillary activities on patient care units. The role performs clerical, receptionist and communication tasks, while upholding patient confidentiality and the Montefiore Health System’s compliance standards.

The position involves assisting with admissions, transfers and discharges, maintaining accurate records, inventory management and coordination with nursing staff and administrators.