Unit Clerk / Secretary

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 NHCs 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!!