Per Diem Ward Clerk & Patient Records Coordinator

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital; Town of Southampton (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is seeking a Ward Clerk to support clinical and receptionist duties on the assigned unit under supervision of the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse. The role promotes cooperation, safety, and a positive environment for patients and staff, with adherence to hospital policies and safety procedures.

The Ward Clerk transcribes orders, updates patient records, performs clerical tasks, and assists with calls, contributing to efficient unit operations and patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Attention to detail essential.
• Visual and auditory acuity needed.
• Experience with medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes doctors' orders and communicates this information to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains and updates patient records as delegated by nursing leadership.
• Performs clerical functions as needed.
• Assists with telephone calls and channels information to appropriate person.
• Other duties as deemed appropriate by Management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer knowledge

Medical terminology knowledge

Visual and auditory acuity

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is seeking a Ward Clerk to support clinical and receptionist duties on the assigned unit under supervision of the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse. The role promotes cooperation, safety, and a positive environment for patients and staff, with adherence to hospital policies and safety procedures.

The Ward Clerk transcribes orders, updates patient records, performs clerical tasks, and assists with calls, contributing to efficient unit operations and patient care.