Unit Clerk

Req #: 0000255550

Category: Clerical / Administrative

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Post Intensive Care Unit-I

Pay Range: $19.22 - $20.23 per hour

Location:

1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: Unit Clerk

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Post Intensive Care Unit-I

Req #: 0000255550

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $19.22 - $20.23 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or delegate, assists in the planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities in the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma
  
  

Preferred

• Minimum one year knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel and the ability to multitask successfully
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal and demonstrated writing skills
• Proven track record of compassionate care & superior service and a commitment to providing healthcare excellence
  
  

Scheduling Requirements

• Day shift, 7:00am-3:00pm
• Every other weekend required
• Part-Time, 25 hours per week
  
  

Essential Functions

• Alerts nursing staff to new medical orders and test/procedural results
• Always identify correct patient charts and reports before filing; verify that all information is correct and take corrective action when necessary (plate, face sheet, ID band, etc.)
• Ensures accuracy at all times
• Implements all staffing policies
• Assists nurses by picking up and delivering specimens, medications, charts, requisitions, etc. to different departments as requested
• Calls in consultations within the appropriate time frame, completes a consultation sheet and places it on the medical record.
• Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology; asks questions to clarify misunderstandings
• Demonstrates the 4C’s of Commitment, Compassion, Competence and Communication
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer