Unit Clerk

General Summary of Position

Department: Operating Room

Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Job Summary:

MedStar Health is looking for a Unit Clerk to join our team at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center!

The Unit Clerk performs clerical tasks at the unit level, ensuring efficient communication and organization of patient information. The role includes reporting information to supervisors and responding to inquiries from staff, physicians, families, and other departments.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!

Primary Duties:

• Clerical Support: Transcribe physician orders, manage patient records, and input data related to patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Communication: Answer phone calls, relay messages, assist visitors, and facilitate information exchange between departments.
• Finance: Post charges, complete requisitions, and manage patient appointments for tests and services.
• Supply Management: Maintain unit supplies and place orders as needed.
• Development: Stay updated with current knowledge and complete mandatory training.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in department teams and committees, providing relevant information and supporting unit tasks.
• Special Functions: Maintain and update the Operating Room schedule as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of work experience required, with hospital experience preferred.

This position has a hiring range of $17.5 - $28.73