Job Information
FlexStaff Unit Clerk - FlexStaff (Temp) in Ossining, New York
Req Number 183125
Schedule: Monday-Friday & every other weekend, 3:00pm-11:30pm
Purpose: Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse performs specific clerical function and non-professional services necessary to maintain efficient and effective operations of the nursing unit or
department, consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the nursing department
and hospital administration.
Essential Responsibilities
Coordinates all activities involved in the preparation and maintenance of patient records to ensure accuracy and completeness, including assembling all admission records, patient records, and printing labels and I.D bands.
Ensures that electronic medical records ('EMR') are processed and maintained in an accurate and complete manner, enters and updates patient information.
Prepares patient records for discharge and/or transfer including, copying paperwork, chart breakdown, and contacting appropriate departments including discharge concierge.
Ensures accurate, timely and professional communication when speaking on the phone, taking messages from members of the department, speaking to patients and physicians, and making post-discharge follow-up appointments.
Facilitates efficient patient flow by means of electronic capacity management, bed management system and ensures clinical attributes in capacity management are current and accurate.
Organizes and prioritizes workload to complete responsibilities within assigned shift, updates primary nursing board (patient assignment board) daily and as changes occur, initiates and/or updates census sheet, and maintains work area and nurses' station in a neat and orderly manner.
Floats to other units to provide assistance as needed, and/or accept additional assignments as requested to support the department's efficiency as observed by nursing leadership.
Remains current in clerical practices, programs and procedures utilized by the department, and attends mandatory in-services as evidenced by completed education record on the nursing unit.
Under the instruction and guidance from leadership, assist with chart audits, maintaining informational bulletin boards, ordering and maintaining unit supplies in a cost-effective manner, and other non-clinical activities.
Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).
Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as required.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School diploma, or equivalent experience.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- Basic understanding of office equipment and general knowledge of simple medical procedures or terminology.
Environmental Factors - Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Potential environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Chemicals/Commercial Products
Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required
Fumes or Airborne Particles
Interacting with a Diverse population
Noise Level - Varies from Quiet to Very Loud
Repetitive Motion
Risk of Electrical Shock
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $22.78-$27.22/hour
It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status, or citizenship status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, their or their dependent’s sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.