Unit Assistant - Telemetry 86

St. Rose Hospital; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Smart Hires Corporation seeks a Unit Assistant II for a per diem role in Hayward, CA. The successful candidate will maintain service systems, assist with scheduling, and support nursing staff while upholding patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities include clerical tasks, data collection, and coordination of physician orders. BLS is required; hospital experience and medical terminology knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Medical terminology knowledge is preferred.
• High School diploma or GED is preferred.
• At least one year hospital experience as Unit Assistant or related program graduate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Functions as receptionist providing information to visitors and staff.
• Performs clerical tasks: orders supplies, transcribes orders, data entry, maintain clean workspace.
• Assists in staffing schedules and servicing staffing for on-coming shifts.
• Orients new employees to service systems and computer entry.
• Provides emergency relief or other services.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Clinical Nurse Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

BLS

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Job description

Job summary

Job description/Responsibilities:

Per-DiemAll ShiftsAPPROXIMATE PAY RANGE:$30.64 - $36.59Under general supervision, the UA is responsible for maintaining service systems including files, records, supplies, and schedules to ensure department service runs smoothly. Demonstrates attitudes and behaviors consistent with hospital policies including confidentiality of employee and patient information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESClerical

1. Functions as a receptionist providing information regarding the service, as needed, to visitors and staff.
2. Performs clerical functions:
   • Orders supplies
   • Transcribes physicians' orders
   • Uses computer entry skills
   • Maintains a clean working service
   • Assists in record keeping and data collection systems as needed
   • Participates in service system evaluations through Quality Insurance measures
3. The UA assists with staffing schedules and servicing staffing for an on-coming shift using a patient acuity system.
4. Orients new employees to service systems and computer entry, as needed.
5. Provides emergency relief or other services
6. Performs professional typing services and other duties as described by service-specific structure standards.

Professional Behavior1. Confidentiality and Legal IssuesDemonstrates awareness and sensitivity to legal issues and patient rights in a confidential manner.

Professional Performance1. Working RelationshipsFormulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and visitors.

2. CommunicationDemonstrates effective communication skills utilizing lines of authority appropriately.

Additional Service-Specific Requirements For Unit Assistant IISkilled Nursing Facility

• Orients new employees to service systems and computer entry as needed.
• Compiles medical record audits and submits to Clinical Manager daily.
• Collects RUGS III audit data and submits it to the Clinical Manager quarterly.
• Maintains schedule for monthly physician order renewals.
• Other DutiesPerforms other job-related duties as assigned by the Clinical Nurse Supervisor/Manager.

Required Qualification:

1. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
2. Medical terminology preferred.
3. High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
4. Minimum one-year hospital experience as a Unit Assistant or graduate of a Medical Assistant or secretarial program preferred.

No Referrals or Candidates Accepted from Recruiters or Agencies.

Job Family: Healthcare Support Occupations

Occupations: Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

Degree Required: High School Diploma/Ged Or Higher