Unit Clerk-7L Neuroscience (1.0FTE, Evenings)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Unit Clerk to support the Neuroscience unit. This role involves essential clerical duties, including organizing the nurse's station, maintaining patient records, and facilitating communication among staff and families. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation in healthcare, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and the overall efficiency of the unit. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a leading academic medical center.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Compensation

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizes nurse’s station and monitors related activities.
• Transcribes orders and maintains patient records.

Skills

Computer Skills

Clerical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer Software

Job description

Unit Clerk-7L Neuroscience (1.0FTE, Evenings)

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. Working at this leading academic medical center involves collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Position Summary

Assumes responsibility for organizing the nurse’s station and monitoring all related activity. Performs clerical duties necessary for maintaining complete and accurate kardex, clinical charts, records, charges, and reports. Performs receptionist duties within assigned areas.

Essential Functions

• Transcribes all orders from patient charts onto the chart and medication sheets, completes related paperwork, and notifies RN of STAT/Now orders.
• Organizes and maintains patient records, files reports, retrieves old records, copies reports, assembles charts, and ensures completeness.
• Coordinates communication with physicians, staff, patients, and families via telephone and intercom systems.
• Completes documentation related to unit activity such as census, admissions, discharges, transfers, surgeries, and diet sheets under the supervision of the Head Nurse.

Secondary Functions

• Runs errands as requested, including delivering supplies, medications, etc.
• Ensures adequate inventory of supplies by assessing space and ordering accordingly.
• Enters data into the computer.
• Participates in orientation and acts as a preceptor for other Unit Clerks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One (1) year of computer experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of secretarial experience.
• One (1) year of experience with medical terminology.

We believe the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits help employees stay healthy. We offer comprehensive compensation, including tuition assistance. Penn Medicine employees are committed to our mission, making medical advances to improve lives.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, victim status, citizenship, military status, veteran status, or any other protected status.