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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital

Unit Clerk

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, White Plains, New York, United States

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JR227874**City/State:**White Plains, New York**Department:**Nursing Administration**Work Shift:**Evening**Work Days:**MON-FRI**Scheduled Hours:**4 PM-8 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**4 HOURS**Hourly Rate/Range:**$24.51-$33.05**Sign-On Bonus:**n/aFor positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.**Job Summary**

Performs clerical and receptionist duties incidental to work of a patient care unit. Works under supervision of the Nurse Manager, receives instruction from the Nurse Manager.

**Essential Functions*** Responsible for duties relative to admission, discharge/transfer of patients.* Prepares medical chart, bed, door tags, laboratory and x-ray slips; places form in folders.* Prepares required forms for chart; files forms into medical chart.* Documents in computer system patient's temperature, pulse, blood pressure and other signs; completes medication sheets (if the need arises).* Reviews patient's charts and other related data for accuracy and completeness of information.* Prints discharge notices. Assembles patient's charts and completes chart audit on discharge.* Prints all documents as requested by unit.* Notifies Food Service of changes in patient's menus, diet, and therapy schedule that conflicts with meals etc.; also communicates with Maintenance and Environmental Services, if necessary.* Checks addressograph labels for accuracy.* Checks and labels charge slips for transmittal.* Checks and orders stock items and pharmacy stock items daily. Picks up and puts supplies away on unit.* Uses appropriate delivery systems; notifies wheelchair shop of patient requirements for chairs.* Order supplies, may pick them up from Central Supply and put them away on the unit.* Maintain all lists i.e. diabetic, hairdresser etc. and fax to appropriate department.* Complete daily census including admission, discharge and transfer. Also maintains midnight census sheet and gives to charge nurse and reports off at the end of the shift.* Answers call bells and relays patient needs to the nurse/aide.* Distributes Patient handbooks to patients.* Completes Patient Dining Room list and ensures that patients are brought there for meals.* Routinely makes environmental rounds on unit and patient rooms to ensure that area is clean, equipment is in working order (i.e. call bells, lights, etc.)* Performs clerical functions.* Maintains patient charts; responsible for filing all necessary documents into patient’s medical record.* Schedules patients for special tests, i.e. x-ray, audiology.* Notifies designated departments when patients are admitted, discharged, transferred.* Responsible for obtaining program cards, accurate updating of patient program board and putting patient program cards on wheelchairs. This includes Saturday and Sunday admissions.* Maintains nursing station in orderly condition.* Keeps ample supply of narcotic forms on the unit.* Responsible for all loose filing for patients that are currently in-house and for patients that were recently discharged. All filing is to be in the appropriate section of the chart prior to pick-up by HIMS.* Acts as a receptionist at the unit's station.* Receives and greets new patients as they arrive on unit.* Greets and assists patients, visitors, and Hospital personnel.* Is familiar with the unit's staff and those personnel on a unit at a given time.* Interprets routine policies, e.g., visiting hours, discharge routines.* Answers telephone promptly, identifying self.* Delivers messages as requested.* Provides information when qualified.* Receives laboratory/x-ray reports and notifies charge nurse/doctor.* Maintains orderly work area at unit's station, including bulletin boards, fax machines.* Relays message to a specific individual or assists patients from elevator back to their room when called.* Checks utility room at least once each morning and afternoon and sends equipment back to be cleaned or calls for vendor pickup.* Responsible for completing assigned duties according to priorities and using time effectively.* Responsible for maintaining acceptable interpersonal relationships, (i.e., co-workers, patients, visitors).* Performs some patient care responsibilities, i.e. answering lights, water pitchers, transportation to/from elevator and/or therapy sessions.* Demonstrates the ability to translate knowledge of physical, psychosocial and cognitive-perceptual changes related to age into assessments, treatment plans and treatment modalities for pediatric, adolescent, young adult, adult and geriatric patients.* Weekend requirement approximately one weekend per month. Responsible to cover all five units to scan and complete discharges and admissions. Order supplies if needed.* Patients are to be put on leave when going on appointments or being transferred to the hospital* Practices Standard Precautions. Follows regulations, policies and guidelines on the prevention of infections; does not eat or drink in patient care areas.* Maintains confidentiality of information; abides by HIPAA regulations.* Maintains a professional image and follows Hospital’s policy on uniforms; consistently wears hospital ID.* Demonstrates reliable, on-time attendance, which is an essential function of all jobs at Burke.* Completes mandatory annual learning (Learning Harbor) within deadline.* Personally adheres to Burke C.A.R.E.S. philosophy by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect and exceeding expectations through service excellence.* Performs other job related duties as assigned.**Qualifications*** High School or equivalent required, some college preferred* 1-3 years Prior clerical experience preferred* Must be able to work with all members of the unit team, patients, visitors, and have telephone contact with most departments in the Hospital.* High activity area, frequent interruptions.* Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.* Good verbal communication skills.The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.* A culture of mentorship and collaboration.* Working with an inter-disciplinary team of experts.* Clinical knowledge growth through regular in-services and other opportunities.* Career growth within the organization.* Providing patient-centered care using state of the art equipment.* Earning extremely high patient satisfaction scores.* Ensuring a great reputation in our local communities.* Giving back through volunteering at Burke-sponsored events.* Recognition for their contributions at the local and national level.### A Generous Benefits PackageBurke employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports them with:* Medical Coverage* Dental Coverage* Generous Paid Time Off* A 403B Retirement Plan with matching contributions* An Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”) – free for employees and dependents* Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts* Short-term Disability and New York Paid Family Leave Insurance* Long-term Disability Insurance* Life and AD&D Insurance* Voluntary Insurances at group rates: Life, AD&D, enhanced Short Term Disability, Vision, Pet* #J-18808-Ljbffr