Unit Clerk Behavioral Health Inpatient 5 Dearth

Children's of Alabama; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's of Alabama in Birmingham is seeking a clerical/professional to support the Behavioral Health Inpatient unit (5 Dearth) on the evening shift. The role involves coordinating communication among patients, families, nurses, physicians and staff to keep daily operations smooth on a 44-bed pediatric unit.

Under RN supervision, the position emphasizes compassionate listening and teamwork in a setting addressing depression, anxiety, suicide risk and trauma in children aged 4–18.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year staff level clerical experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication for patients, team members, professionals and visitors on the inpatient unit.
• Work under the supervision of RNs and LPN clerical support on the nursing unit.

Skills

Administrative or Clerical Experience

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

In Behavioral Health Inpatient 5 Dearth at Main Campus Dearth Tower

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Evening Shift, 3p-11p Monday thru Friday.

Summary:

Works under the supervision of RNs and LPN clerical support to a nursing unit and facilitate communication for patients, team members, professional and technical staff, and visitors.

Credentials With Equivalent Qualifications:

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Graduate or Equivalent

Essential:

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:

• 1 Year job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Administrative or Clerical

The Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit is comprised of 44 beds and provides a therapeutic, engaging environment for children ages 4 to 18. The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit is a rewarding place to work where our care team makes an impact on children’s lives with every interaction. Along with psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners, we are involved in the day to day care and decisionmaking that helps kids and families live their best lives. We work hands-on with children of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, suicide,self-control, and trauma. We teach them new emotional and behavioral skills in a fun and interactive way. Our patients need to know that someone cares and can help keep them safe. Someone who can listen compassionately without judgement.

Getting to know Children's: Behavioral Health Inpatient

Schedule: 3p-11p Monday thru Friday, Evening Shift, 8-Hour Shifts