Unit Clerk

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 74,721,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc. in Hialeah, FL is seeking a meticulous Unit Clerk to support the Telemetry/Medical Surgical department with administrative tasks and smooth information flow.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and strong communication with patients and staff. You will manage charts, schedule appointments, and coordinate with multiple departments in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or vocational training in a related field preferred.
• Experience as a Unit Clerk or similar administrative role in healthcare is desirable.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customer-service orientation.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• BLS (CPR) certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Customer-service orientation

Confidentiality and discretion

Education

Associate's degree or vocational training

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Full-Time Hialeah, FL, US

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