Unit Clerical Associate - General Neuro EMU PCU (Nightshift)

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Center is seeking a Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) for the General Neuro EMU PCU nightshift. You will coordinate and gather documentation for patient charts and provide clerical support under the RN and care team.

Responsibilities include processing orders, verifying forms for accuracy, and disseminating information on the unit. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with strong customer service and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and gather all documentation related to the patient chart.
• Provide clerical support under the direction of the Registered Nurse on the unit.
• Process orders, verify forms for accuracy and completeness, and disseminate information on the unit.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Unit Clerical Associate - General Neuro EMU PCU (Nightshift)

Department: University Hospital | 15 North - General Neuro EMU PCU

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. The Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Associate (PCA), Student Nursing Assistant (SNA) and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.

Position Summary:

The UCA is responsible for coordinating/ gathering all documentation related to the patient chart. They provide a variety of clerical support services under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with other members of the patient focused care team. Overall responsibilities include processing of orders, verification of forms for accuracy and completeness and dissemination of information on the unit.

Minimum Qualifications For Hire:

High School diploma or GED preferred; Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred; Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills. On going: Demonstrated competence to meet essential job functions. Maintains knowledge related to patient care issues, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies, procedures, and protocols. Meets mandatory educational and health requirements. Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions

Additional Information:

Location: University Hospital (0870) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 36 Shift: Varying Shifts Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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