About this role
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.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care, share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, and have a heart for the geriatric patient, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com
We look forward to talking with you!!