Vancouver, WA30+ days ago
Meets or exceeds customer needs as a patient advocate • Exercises discretion in the management of patient information and assures strict patient confidentiality • Reports significant changes in patients status to the appropriate care team member • Responsible for clerical duties on the unit, to include but not limited to: • Accurate transcription of orders • Coordinates patient admission, discharge, and transfer as applicable to the unit • Coordinates patient registration, scheduling, and insurance authorizations as applicable to the unit • Provides effective communication linkage between all care team members • Monitors, maintains, and orders unit supplies • Promotes the safety and security of the unit through a working knowledge of fire, biohazard, electrical safety, infection control policies, and disaster plan, and proper ergonomics • Promotes a safety-conscious workforce and maintains good housekeeping practices. • Exposure to biohazard body fluids and airborne particles • Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment • Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted) • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.