Perioperative Unit Clerk

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Perioperative Unit Clerk on our Same Day Surgery team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown. 

The Perioperative Unit Clerk works under the direct supervision of the Nurse Director/Charge Nurse in performing clerical, receptionist, communication and patient care duties (when appropriate) as directed. The Unit Clerk provides cross campus coverage including SDS, PST, and Endoscopy units throughout the perioperative service line. The Unit Clerk maintains patient records as a medical-legal document according to Garnet Health Medical Center policy and procedures.  Assists in organizing and communicating inter and intra-departmentally to achieve optimum patient satisfaction.  Maintains an orderly, equipped and supplied Nursing Unit.  Provides “support” for the direct nursing care of the patient. 

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. 

The compensation range for the role is $25.79 - $26.57 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.  When determining a team member’s compensation 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).

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.  Medical Terminology required.

Minimum Experience: At least one (1) year of additional studies or experience in business or secretarial fields with medical background experience required. Computer proficiency and experience in procedural area preferred.

Required Certification/Registration: Current and ongoing BLS certification

Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary with walking and standing

Working Conditions:

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility.  No routine exposure to hazards.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary. 
• Works primarily within easy reach of telephones, computer, intercommunication system and files. The work area is essentially open with various activities taking place around the worker creating distraction.  May be exposed to unpleasant patient elements.