Ward Clerk-Highlands

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. in Prestonsburg, KY seeks a Ward Clerk to support the Emergency Department through communication, requisitioning, and supplies management. You will assist patients, staff, physicians, and visitors with clerical tasks and ensure smooth ED operations.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, basic computer use, and a hospitable, professional demeanor in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience preferred.
• Hospital clerical background preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff, patients, physicians, and visitors through effective communication.
• Requisition supplies and manage equipment to support departmental needs.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate ED operations.
• Contribute to the efficient functioning of the Emergency Department.

Skills

Effective communication

Accurate documentation

Customer service

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Clerical experience

Ability to requisition supplies

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS or vocational in secretarial-type fields

Job description

Overview

The Ward Clerk through communication, requisitioning, and management of supplies and equipment, compliments the activities of the nursing staff, patients, physicians, other hospital departments, and visitors. He/She performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the Emergency Department.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High school Diploma or equivalent GED
• Vocational or AS in Secretarial type positions (preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

• 2 years experience (preferred)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Hospital clerical background is preferred.
• Ability to requisition supplies is preferred.