Unit Clerk

Salary

$15.60 - $18.31 / hour

Overview

Unit ClerkRate Range: $15.60 - $18.31 / hour (Earn more with experience)

NEW: Gas Allowance Benefit for Full and Part-time positions!

 

Elderwood at Ticonderoga is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Unit Clerk to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents and their families.

 

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At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect & Excellence are at the core of everything we do.

We strive to not only be the partner of choice for our residents, their families and community players – but also for our valued employees. We welcome you to join us. 

 

Are you an organized and dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field? Elderwood is seeking a detail-oriented Unit Clerk to join our compassionate team. If you thrive in a supportive environment and have a passion for being a part of exceptional care, we want to hear from you!

 

Apply today! Elderwood at Ticonderoga Benefits:

• Gas Allowance Stipend

• Pay in Lieu of Benefits for part-time clinical staff — ask us how to earn 10% more!

• Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks — ask HR about our School Partners that provide the most reimbursement & assistance

• Shift Differentials

• Full Benefits Package, including 401(k) with Employer Match

• Employee referral program

Unit Clerk Position Overview:

Unit Clerks play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of residents by providing essential administrative assistance. This position is responsible for:

• Coordinating proper placement of documents in Medical Records

• Performing secretarial duties for the assigned unit

• Assisting with inventory and requisitioning of nursing supplies, forms, and stock medications

• Scheduling various appointments, including laboratory and diagnostic tests

 

Responsibilities

Unit Clerk:

• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of regulatory guidelines; audits medical records of individuals and maintains required audit documentation.
• Closes Medical Records following the hospitalization or permanent discharge of the resident.
• Performs other medical record procedures under the direction of the Unit Manager.
• Upholds all rules pertaining to protection, safekeeping and confidentiality of information regarding residents.
• Assists Medical Records with preparation of Admission/Discharge Summary form.
• Types organizational lists and performs other secretarial functions for the unit.
• Distributes mail to residents and staff of unit.
• Answers call light signals; directs or assists as appropriate.
• Coordinates the preparation of forms and documents needed periodically for Medical Records and Treatment Books, Resident Care Planning meetings, and MDS assessments. This includes aide assignment sheets, ROM/Ambulation Records, skin and behavior records.
• Coordinates obtaining of information from all disciplines for Inter-disciplinary Discharge Summary and sending information to appropriate destination in a timely manner.
• Schedules appointments for consults/follow up for residents including Podiatry and Dental Consultant appointments and influenza vaccinations, if applicable.
• Notifies attending physicians of due date for visits, as required.
• Responsible for inventory and requisition supplies needed on the nursing unit, including nursing treatment supplies and printing of forms, as assigned.
• Handles all information about residents in a confidential manner.
• Maintains lab report schedule for admission, routine and annual requirements or special needs of residents. Completes appropriate forms and schedules appointments for lab draws.
• Assists with obtaining statistics for nursing monthly report and for annual survey by state health department.
• Photographs residents upon admission and places picture in Medication Book.
• Assists with obtaining of room labels for resident rooms.
• Assists with transporting residents and passing meals as necessary and directed.
• Obtains approvals for transportation and schedule van transportation.
• Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred in-services.

 

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Qualifications

Unit Clerk:

• Minimum of 16 years of age required; HS diploma o