Pediatric Unit Clerk: Admin & Care Coordination

Phoenix-Center-For-Rehabilitation-and-Pediatric; Wanaque (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Service awards

Job summary

Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation & Pediatrics is a skilled nursing facility serving both geriatric and pediatric populations. We are seeking a Unit Clerk for our pediatric unit to support residents, families, and staff with essential administrative tasks and data management.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and opportunities for career growth. Join a teamwork-oriented environment that values dedication and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Unit Clerk experience preferred.
• Strong phone manners and computer skills.
• Solid organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment.
• Friendly team player.
• Respect confidentiality of resident information.
• Maintain a professional attitude toward staff, residents and visitors.
• Positive attitude and energy are a must.
• Dependable and willing to work.

Responsibilities

• Basic administrative office functions; filing and data entry.
• Type reports and correspondences as required.
• Assist with the admissions/discharge process.
• Schedule appointments for residents when needed.
• Initiate and coordinate transportation approvals and schedules.
• Relay vital information to Nursing Staff and Medical Team.
• Maintain medical records as per protocol.
• File medical charts as required.
• Provide unit staff with employee manuals and forms.
• Keep nursing unit supplied with forms, medical, and resident supplies.
• Place all forms in charts (treatment records, MARs, hospital/lab/X-Ray reports) as directed by the Clinical Manager.
• Prepare charts for new admissions using proper forms, headings and labels.
• Answer telephone on the nursing unit cordially and professionally.
• Pick up supplies from Central Supply as needed.
• Monitor usage of billable items in closet supply for accurate billing as directed by DON.
• Monitor non-billable items and keep closet supply clean and labeled.

Skills

Unit Clerk experience

Phone etiquette

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Confidentiality

Professional attitude

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation & Pediatrics is a skilled nursing facility serving both geriatric and pediatric populations. We are seeking a Unit Clerk for our pediatric unit to support residents, families, and staff with essential administrative tasks and data management.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and opportunities for career growth. Join a teamwork-oriented environment that values dedication and a positive attitude.