Per Diem Unit Clerk

Mount Sinai Medical Center, Queens, NY
(Per Diem/Locum)

Job Description:
 

The Unit Clerk is responsible for the clerical, communication and receptionist functions in the ED.

Performs all clerical functions related to managing and maintaining the patients medical record, including accurate transcription of physicians orders.

Performs clerical functions which support implementation of selected aspects of the patients treatment plan such as making appointments for diagnostic procedures and examinations or sending specimens to the laboratory.

Performs clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and transfer of each patient.

Ensures that transportation of patients to and from the unit is arranged expeditiously.

Answers patients' and visitors' inquiries when appropriate.

Answers telephone and communicates messages appropriately and in a timely manner.

Job Qualifications:
 

High School diploma or equivalent.
Prefer relevant experience in a complex work environment. Medical terminology and
basic data entry skills desirable
Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other members of the Emergency Department and patients.

 
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( AllHealthcareJobs Job ID:602124 last updated on 11/22/2009)