Unit Clerk

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; Presencial; USD 19.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc. in Florida is seeking a Unit Clerk to support Telemetry/Medical Surgical operations. The role emphasizes organization, accuracy, and confidentiality while coordinating admissions, documentation, and communications between patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Candidates should have an associate degree or related training, familiarity with EHR, and BLS CPR certification. The position offers a fast-paced environment and opportunities to contribute to

Formación

• Associates degree or related vocational training preferred.
• Experience in a Unit Clerk or healthcare administrative role is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• BLS (CPR) certification required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Answer phones, manage patient charts, and handle correspondence.
• Maintain accurate patient records ensuring confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, tests, and procedures.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers and coordinate documentation.
• Facilitate communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families.
• Monitor and order supplies for the unit.
• Prepare and process medical forms and reports.
• Handle inquiries with professionalism and empathy.
• Support Telemetry Department administrative tasks and documentation.
• Ensure a clean, organized work environment per hospital policies.

Conocimientos

Medical terminology

EHR familiarity

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

Associate’s degree or vocational training in related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview:

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Unit Clerk to join our Telemetry/Medical Surgical Department. The Unit Clerk plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the department by managing administrative tasks, facilitating communication, and ensuring the smooth flow of information. This position is ideal for individuals who excel in a fast‑paced environment and are committed to providing excellent support to both patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform clerical duties including answering phones, managing patient charts, and handling correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, tests, and procedures as needed.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers by processing relevant documentation and coordinating with other departments.
• Facilitate effective communication between healthcare providers, patients, and their families.
• Monitor and order supplies for the unit, ensuring availability of necessary items.
• Prepare and process medical forms and documentation, including patient charts and reports.
• Handle patient and family inquiries with professionalism and empathy.
• Support the Telemetry Department staff with administrative tasks and documentation as required.
• Ensure a clean and organized work environment, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or vocational training in a related field preferred.
• Previous experience as a Unit Clerk or in a similar administrative role within a healthcare setting is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-service orientation.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• BLS (CPR) Certification Required
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) Preferred.