at Cook County Government in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Posting:Jun 3, 2024, 9:59:01 PMClosing Date:Jun 18, 2024, 4:59:00 AMFull-timeShift Start Time:7:00A.M.Shift End Time:3:00P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:SEIU Local 73SEIU 73Posting Salary:$20.834 - HOURLY
Organization:Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION: CERMAK HEALTH SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
SHIFT: 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Job Summary SEIU-73
Under the supervision of the Manager/Supervisor, the Ward Clerk will be responsible for organizing and maintaining the clerical operations and needs of the unit/division. The Ward Clerk functions as the customer service representative to patients, nurses, physicians, correctional officers, and other employees.Maintains the integrity of the medical record and provides clerical and administrative support tasks for the patient care provider(s). Supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Department.
Typical Duties
Transcribes medical orders from chart, and prescriptions to medication administration records and gives the orders to nursing for verification and noting (in inpatient areas)
Under supervision, schedule patients for sick call (unit/division specific). Assembles patient medical records, maintain proper order of records within chart holder and clerical duties required by patient's admission, transfer, discharge, or death
Answers the unit telephones, documents, and relays the message to the appropriate person in a pleasant, courteous, and effective manner
Possess knowledge of basic math, medical abbreviations, and medical terminology
Routes charts when patients are transferred or discharged following unit/division procedures
Utilizes CIMIS as needed (i.e., diet entry, location verification, etc.)
Demonstrates flexibility and tolerance for healthcare and care delivery changes
Assist provider staff to maintain inventory and supplies
Maintains a stock of forms for use and picks up supplies as needed
Copies forms as needed
Runs errands as needed to other departments, i.e., Lab, X-ray, ER, etc. (unit/division specific)
Completes unit data collection and statistical report from the data collected by the provider staff (unit/division specific) after review by manager
Keep unit Daily Log updated with admissions, discharges, and transfers (unit/division specific).
Helps maintain a safe and clean working environment
Check patient charts for putting in additional chart forms (with patient stamp embossed on form - unit/division specific)
Participates in QA Audit for unit
Assists new personnel in orientation to environment
Notifies supervisor of division activity/problems in a timely manner
Adheres to dress code policy. Dresses in a neat, clean, and professional manner
Ensures the efficient running of the unit/division
Assists patient care provider(s) with documentation, equipment, and communication during emergency situations
Typical Duties continued
Notifies new unit/division of patient transfer, med orders, next sick call/clinic appointment if documented
Demonstrates a positive attitude and openness to constructive feedback
Appropriate in interaction with others
Documentation is clear, appropriate, and concise
Transcribes medical orders
Schedule Sick call follow-up appointments
Compliant with Corporate Compliance and HIPPA policies and guidelines.
Communicates concerns/needs to management and administration in an open, clear, and positive manner
Transports patient's medical records, lab requisitions between departments
Other duties as assigned
The duties listed as not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work.They are not to be constructed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of full-time clerical work experience
Basic computer skills
Must be able to type 25 word per minute
Preferred Qualifications
Work experience in a health care environment to include medical terminology
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Computer experience
Skilled in the use of office equipment and machines
Good organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Numerical ability to make accurate computations on patient related and unit data
Ability to work under pressure
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by... For full info follow application link.
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