Unit Clerk PRN 1S Med/Surg Weekends

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Unit Clerk (PRN weekends) at Baptist Medical Center East to support patient care by coordinating workflow and assisting RNs, LPNs, PCTs and physicians. The role emphasizes organization, communication, and reliable handling of unit operations.

Requires high school diploma; BLS not mentioned. Prior hospital exposure is preferred. The position involves weekend shifts and regular interaction with medical staff and patients.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Prefer at least 6 months of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, PCTs and physicians in the patient care process.
• Facilitate efficient operation of the health care unit through organizational and communication skills.
• There may be additional duties within the scope of the role.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highlights

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Summary: The Unit Clerk shall be responsible to facilitate the efficient operation of the health care unit through demonstration of consistent organizational and communication skills. The Unit Clerk will assist RNs, LPNs, PCTs, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

High School graduate or equivalent required. Prefer at least 6 months of hospital experience.

License/Certification

BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer experience.
• Strong communication and customer relation skills.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center East

Job

Unit Clerk PRN 1S Med/Surg Weekends Unit Clerk

Job Type

PRN-PRN

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.