Unit Clerk

Preferred Care Management; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Preferred Care Management is seeking a dependable Unit Clerk to join our nursing team. This role focuses on maintaining accurate medical records, supporting daily administrative tasks, and ensuring efficient communication within the nursing unit.

Ideal candidates have experience in healthcare administration, strong organizational and computer skills, and a commitment to confidentiality; opportunity for career growth in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Unit Clerk, Medical Secretary, or similar administrative healthcare role preferred
• Experience in a nursing home or long-term care setting is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Professional, courteous, and dependable work ethic

Responsibilities

• Maintain resident charts in proper sequence and thin according to facility policy
• Obtain all necessary information and paperwork for new admissions and prepare new medical charts
• Schedule resident appointments promptly and accurately
• Complete and distribute required reports in a timely manner
• File all records in the appropriate alphabetical or categorical format
• Maintain the nurses' station - ensuring forms, files, drawers, and cabinets are organized and fully stocked
• Keep accurate records of residents' appointments, work orders, and related documentation
• Assist the nursing team and other departments with clerical and communication needs as required

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Confidentiality

Dependable work ethic

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Unit Clerk to join our nursing team. The Unit Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, assisting with daily administrative tasks, and ensuring efficient communication and organization within the nursing unit. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoys supporting both staff and residents.

Unit Clerk Responsibilities include:

• Maintain resident charts in proper sequence and thin according to facility policy
• Obtain all necessary information and paperwork for new admissions and prepare new medical charts
• Schedule resident appointments promptly and accurately
• Complete and distribute required reports in a timely manner
• File all records in the appropriate alphabetical or categorical format
• Maintain the nurses' station - ensuring forms, files, drawers, and cabinets are organized and fully stocked
• Keep accurate records of residents' appointments, work orders, and related documentation
• Assist the nursing team and other departments with clerical and communication needs as required

Unit Clerk Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Unit Clerk, Medical Secretary, or similar administrative healthcare role preferred
• Experience in a nursing home or long-term care setting is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Professional, courteous, and dependable work ethic

Unit Clerk Benefits:

• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive and team-focused work environment