Unit Clerk: Resident Records & Nursing Support

Optalis Healthcare; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Unit Clerk to coordinate clerical activities at the unit nurses' station, maintaining organized resident records and supporting nursing staff. You will transcribe orders, assist with admissions, and ensure supplies readiness.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork, and effective communication with residents, families, and staff, using Microsoft Office and EMR systems daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred clerical or healthcare administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist, telephone, and clerical duties at nurses' station.
• Maintain accurate and accessible resident medical records.
• Transcribe physician orders and prepare requisitions for ancillary services.
• Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain inventory of unit supplies and ensure readiness for inspections.
• Support nursing staff with documentation and communication needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication with residents/families

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Unit Clerk to coordinate clerical activities at the unit nurses' station, maintaining organized resident records and supporting nursing staff. You will transcribe orders, assist with admissions, and ensure supplies readiness.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork, and effective communication with residents, families, and staff, using Microsoft Office and EMR systems daily.