Unit Clerk / Secretary

Nhccare; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health, Dental, Vision and Life

Vacation/Paid time off/Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Schedules

Overtime with Bonuses

Job summary

Lakeshore Meadows, Nashville, TN is seeking a Unit Clerk to handle communication at the nursing station with families, nurses and other allied health staff by phone, email, or fax. The role involves assisting with follow‑up appointments and transportation, and maintaining an organized station throughout the day.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong organization, professional appearance, ability to work with multiple departments, calculator/computer skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be organized and capable of keeping the station clean and tidy.
• Must present a professional appearance.
• Able to work with people and various departments, including vendors.
• Knowledgeable in using calculator and computer.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Answer the telephone and relay messages.
• Electronic Health Record documentation as indicated, including but not limited to order entry and vital signs.
• Maintain a schedule of patients' appointments and transportation, assisting with arrangements as needed.
• Processing of laboratory, x‑ray and/or special tests and see that reports are received.
• Maintain the inventory of paper and desk supplies.
• Ensures scanning of appropriate documents upon discharge of the patient.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Professional appearance

Interdepartmental coordination

Calculator

Computer literacy

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calculator

Computer

Job description

Lakeshore Meadows
Nashville, TN 37221, USA

Description

Unit Clerk Lakeshore Meadows

Job description: Responsible for communication at the nursing station with families, nurses and other allied health individuals by phone, email, or fax. Responsible for assisting patients and/or families in setting up follow up outpatient appointments and transportation to and from appointments. Responsible for keeping the station organized and tidy throughout the day.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be organized and capable of keeping the station clean and tidy.
• Must present a professional appearance.
• Able to work with people and various departments, including vendors.
• Knowledgeable in using calculator and computer.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to see, hear, and communicate adequately to complete all job duties and responsibilities.
• Able to be on feet standing or walking 8 hours per day.
• Able to carry out fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
• Able to bend stoop, squat, and lift without restrictions.

NURSING SERVICE RESPONSBILITIES:

• Maintains a positive and friendly attitude while assisting families, patients, and partners who approach the area needing assistance.
• Answer the telephone and relay messages.
• Electronic Health Record documentation as indicated, including but not limited to order entry and vital signs.
• Maintain a schedule of patients' appointments and transportation, assisting with arrangements as needed.
• Processing of laboratory, x-ray and/or special tests and see that reports are received.
• Maintain the inventory of paper and desk supplies.
• Ensures scanning of appropriate documents upon discharge of the patient.

What we offer: We strive to be pioneers in total rewards to ensure that we can attract the very BEST talent. We offer:

• Full Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Vacation/Paid time off/Holiday Pay – Rolls over year to year
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Opportunities for Continued Education
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Pay
• Company Stock Purchase Option
• Flexible Schedules
• Overtime with Bonuses Available (Shift Diff and pick up Shift Bonuses)

Why NHC?We are celebrating our 50-year Anniversary at National HealthCare Corporation!! We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun. At NHC, we are all partners (employees) in a family -oriented work atmosphere where growth and opportunities are promoted. We provide competitive compensation with performance wage rate increases.

Training - Other

Expert

Team Player

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Certified Nursing Assist

Equal Opportunity Employer
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