Ward Clerk Operating Room Part Time Evening - 12noon-8:15PM at NYU Langone Health

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

24.35

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clerical Experience, Computer Proficiency, Medical Terminology, English Fluency, Typing, Communication, Patient Coordination, Medical Record Management, Inventory Management, Scheduling

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn [http://nyulangone.org/locations/nyu-lutheran], and interact with us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyulangonehealth/?viewAsMember=true], Glassdoor [https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/NYU-Langone-Health-Reviews-E121521.htm], Indeed [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Nyu-Langone-Health/reviews], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/NYULangoneHospitalBrooklyn/], Twitter [https://twitter.com/nyulangonebk?lang=en], YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/user/nyulmc] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/239583559/nyu-langone-hospitalbrooklyn/]. Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ward Clerk Operating Room Part Time Evening - 12noon-8:15PM. In this role, the successful candidate Coordinates indirect nursing functions and activities of a patient care unit by handling all communications and clerical duties. Has a focus on supporting patient care needs and maintaining a safe and orderly work environment. Job Responsibilities: * Initiates requisitions for procedures and treatments via computer to appropriate departments (i.e. Radiology, Physical Therapy, Social Service, Laboratory, Food and Nutrition). * Distributes discharge notice to patients in a timely fashion. * Distributes mail, packages, and flowers to patients. * Provides information to patients and visitors; greets and directs visitors. * Prepares reports as requested. * Performs errands when necessary. * Attends staff meetings and reviews/signs minutes of meetings not attended. Maintains competence through in-service and educational programs. * Other duties as aligned with the mission and values of the organization. * Sends medication orders to Pharmacy via fax. * Informs appropriate departments of admissions, discharges and transfers. Enters discharges and transfers into computer. Maintains patient census bulletin board. * Completes appropriate referral forms for discharged patients (i.e. FHC appointments). * Answers telephones and nurse call system and communicates messages to appropriate staff. * Reviews patient's charts and other related data for accuracy and completeness of information prior to surgery or other procedures. * Maintains admission/discharge/transfer logbook accurately. * Prepares and distributes vital signs work sheets to patient bedside clipboards. * Conducts inventory. Orders supplies, equipment and stationary on a weekly basis. Maintains sufficient supplies and equipment to provide for patient care and operation of unit. Checks and stores supplies when delivered. * Totals PCH charts for patients/district/unit and informs Nursing Office. * Makes rounds in patient rooms to be sure that patient identification bands and cards over beds are present and correct. * Responds to needs of visitors, physicians, patients and other members of the health care team as soon as possible courteously and compassionately. * Notifies service departments about needs for repair or maintenance and follows up. * Maintains bulletin boards in an orderly up to date fashion. * Maintains policy and procedure manuals. * Maintains patient's medical records in proper order, correctly labeled. Debrides chart when necessary, following correct procedure. * Enters laboratory results, radiology results, consultations, Vital Signs Sheets and other worksheets in the patients medical records. Additional Position Specific Responsibilities: This role requires the flexibility to work across a variety of surgical specialties and peri-operative care areas including the ambulatory surgery center and the main operating rooms. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a High School Diploma Required. Previous clerical experience and/or computer experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Ability to read, write and speak English fluently. Successful completion of typing exam. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf]. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $24.35 - $24.35 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here [https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/290/2017/04/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf]

Responsibilities

Coordinates indirect nursing functions and clerical duties for a patient care unit to support patient needs. Responsibilities include managing communications, maintaining medical records, and handling unit supplies.