Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Unit Clerk in Rahway, New Jersey
Unit ClerkReq #:0000144740
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Part-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ Rahway
Department:Post Intensive Care Unit-II
Location:
RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
Job Overview:
The Unit Clerk is responsible for a wide range of administrative and unit support activities in order to facilitate the efficient work flow of a patient unit. This individual will answer, screen and transfer inbound phone calls, receive and direct the flow of patients, visitors and physicians as well as respond to patient call bells. The Unit Clerk is responsible for retaining correct and appropriate medical information in the patient s charts; facilitate accommodations for the special needs of patients by ordering supplies, equipment (specialty beds) and inventory to provide for those needs.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Degree required
2-3 years experience working in a fast-paced healthcare facility or experience working in an acute care or long term care facility is required
Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Customer-focused communication skills (verbal/written) required
A working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality of medical records, HIPAA, and Patient Rights is necessary
Passing a unit specific competency test is required for this position
Preferred:
- Associates degree, or technical training certification preferred
Essential Functions:
Acts as office administrator of the unit, using positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills by demonstrating effective customer service skillswith patients, visitors, co-workers, physicians and ancillary departments
Facilitates the patient admission, transfer, and/or discharge process through effective communication, written and oral with hospital staff,patient/family and external facilities copying required patient information documenting all admissions, transfers, and discharges in the unit log includingthose that occurred on the week-ends
Manages incoming calls by directing calls to the appropriate staff member and place outgoing calls to support the patient care needs. Documentsmessages and follow up on outstanding patient issues including those issues deemed as requiring escalation in accordance with policy/procedure
Responds to patient, family and employee questions by addressing their concerns in a timely, efficient courteous manner
As applicable (and in the event of when electronic downtime procedures are in effect) maintains all components of medical records to ensure alldocuments have patient labels, and all entries are dated and timed
Upon arrival and throughout his/her shift consistently organizes information to facilitate patient care/flow including the printing of the unit census, bedcount, RN assignment and tracking of patient alerts (flags)
Assists the nurse manager/designee in the development, coordination and distribution of Unit meetings including agenda and minutes, huddles andforms management
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 anytime with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
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