Pediatric Mental Health Unit Clerk & Care Support

Carrus Health; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrus Care in Tomball, TX seeks a Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician to support a behavioral health team on-site. You will perform clerical tasks, assist with chart processing, and step in as needed on the floor to support care delivery.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma, strong organization, and English communication skills, with 2+ years in similar roles and EMR experience preferred. BLS and de-escalation training are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to foster a supportive role in assisting other members of the care team.
• Intermediate computer skills; experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience as a Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Must communicate in English, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties (order entry, telephone management, unit organization, etc.)
• Assists HIM department with breaking down charts and scanning finalized product.
• Assists with providing staff breaks and filling in on the floor as a Patient Care Tech when needed.
• Assists in all codes in any capacity needed.
• Is responsible for census updates.
• Is responsible for communication to schools for admission, discharge, and weekly updates.
• Reports to work in a timely manner and adheres to policies, procedures, and processes.
• Performs other job duties as needed and/or as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR experience

Computer skills

Job description

Carrus Care in Tomball, TX seeks a Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician to support a behavioral health team on-site. You will perform clerical tasks, assist with chart processing, and step in as needed on the floor to support care delivery.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma, strong organization, and English communication skills, with 2+ years in similar roles and EMR experience preferred. BLS and de-escalation training are required upon hire.