Unit Associate
Rock County
- Janesville, WI
- $18.35-20.36 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Interacts with staff, residents, volunteers, visitors and representatives of other agencies.
- Maintains the clinical record including scanning documents into electronic record (ECS).
- Transcribes physician's orders, coordinates completion of those orders.
- Processes admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Is responsible for the clerical function of the unit including census, supply requisitions, data entry in the ECS system, physician round forms, etc.
- Develops tickler files to track TB tests, lab work, MD visits and DISCUS.
- Conducts quality assurance audits and completes reports as assigned.
- Schedules MD appointments in Community and within Facility( including transfer paperwork and transportation
- Manage Wisconsin Immunization Registry for current and new residents.
- Answers the phone and performs receptionist duties for the unit.
- Orders and manages supplies.
- Self motivated with excellent organizational skills.
- Knowledge of the components of the clinical record and the requirements of the relevant nursing home regulations.
- Knowledge of nursing department policies and procedures.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports. Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Accurate and proficient typist and skill with basic computer software such as Word.
- Ability to problem solve and to deal with a variety of issues.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, residents, families, professionals and the general public
- Ability to work well as a team member.
- Participates in required in-service education programs, fire and disaster drills.
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an approved Unit Clerk Coordinator (Health Unit Clerk) course or related program.
- Equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and stoop for periods of time.
- Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment.
- Ability to respond to emergency/crisis situations
- Exposure to noise and frequent interruptions.