Unit Clerk Cardiopulmonary Services

Grand River Hospital District; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range

Comprehensive benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Grand River Health in Rifle, CO is seeking an Unit Clerk to serve as the first point of contact in the Cardiopulmonary department, ensuring a smooth check-in to follow-up experience. You will support Respiratory Therapy, Cardiac Rehab, Exercise Physiology, and the Sleep Lab while coordinating communication across patients, providers, and departments.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with two years of medical office experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning electronic health record and department-specific software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow written and verbal instructions, and build positive working relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, manage check-in, answer multi-line phones, and direct calls and messages appropriately.
• Coordinate scheduling activities with the Centralized Scheduling team and monitor department schedules and calendars.
• Process patient paperwork, scan documents into the electronic medical record, distribute reports, and maintain departmental records.
• Support daily department operations by managing office supplies, handling mail, and maintaining patient forms.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and coworkers while providing professional, responsive customer service.
• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned

Job description

Unit Clerk

Cardiopulmanary
FT
Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

You’ll serve as the welcoming first point of contact for patients visiting the Cardiopulmonary Department, helping ensure a smooth, organized, and positive experience from check-in through follow-up. In this role, you’ll provide administrative support to Respiratory Therapy, Cardiac Rehab, Exercise Physiology, and the Sleep Lab while coordinating communication between patients, providers, and internal departments.

• Welcome patients, manage check-in, answer multi-line phones, and direct calls and messages appropriately.
• Coordinate scheduling activities with the Centralized Scheduling team and monitor department schedules and calendars.
• Process patient paperwork, scan documents into the electronic medical record, distribute reports, and maintain departmental records.
• Support daily department operations by managing office supplies, handling mail, and maintaining patient forms.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and coworkers while providing professional, responsive customer service.
• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a customer-focused professional who enjoys working with patients and keeping a busy clinical office organized. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, adaptable, and committed to providing exceptional service while supporting a collaborative healthcare team.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with two years of medical office experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning electronic health record and department-specific software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow written and verbal instructions, and build positive working relationships across departments.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $17.50- $21.87/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom lines.Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.