Unit Clerk

Medical Center Hospital; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, TX seeks a unit clerk to assist the nursing team by coordinating activities, handling clerical tasks, and maintaining a safe, organized unit environment. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing staff and other departments to support patient care delivery.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, BLS certification within 90 days of hire, and completes orientation within 3 months. Strong documentation and time-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Completion of general and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.
• Completion of listed competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing unit activities.
• Perform clerical, receptionist and coordination duties.
• Maintain the physical environment of the unit.
• Communicate effectively with intra- and inter-department staff.
• Support transfer and discharge processes as needed.

Skills

Unit orientation

Unit safety

Attendance requirements

Time management

Age specific care

Computer Training

Documentation

Medical records

Supplies management

Interdepartmental communication

Transfers and discharges

Code Blue participation

Restraint Training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Unit Director or designee, assists in planning,
organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities occurring in the nursing
unit by performing clerical, receptionist, and coordination duties and maintaining
the physical environment of the area.

Qualifications:

A. Education:
High School graduate or equivalent. BLS Certification.
B. Training and Experience:
1. BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 90
days of hire.
2. Successful completion of general and nursing orientation within 3
months of hire.
3. Completion of the following competencies within 3 months of hire or
transfer:

• Unit orientation
• Unit safety
• Attendance requirements
• Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills
• Age specific care
• Computer Training
• Accurate documentation, transcription, order entry
• Maintain medical record/chart
• Order departmental supplies
• Communication skills: intra/inter department
• Transfer and discharge patients
• Participation in Code Blue
• Restraint Training

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

A. Ability to perform:
1.Heavy Lifting
2. Sustained standing and walking
3. Work under stress
B. Will encounter exposure to infectious diseases.