Unit Support Associate

Overview Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537-bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I trauma center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that's focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care. The Unit Clerk under the direction of the NM/ANM, coordinates and performs those duties necessary to manage and organize the nursing unit including reception and secretarial duties as well as accountability for accurate communication among the health care team. Job Details Responsibilities Maintaining regulatory standards involving the medical record Performs other duties and responsibilities as delegated by NM/ANM Completes competencies needed to perform duties in a specific clinical (patient care) setting Requirements BLSor CPR/AED training required and accepted from only 1 organization: American Heart Association - BLS/ACLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED). No online programs from any organization will be accepted High School diploma or equivalent. Keyboarding and clerical skills required and tested. Strong interpersonal and communication and telephone skills required. Previous healthcare setting experience preferred. Strong organizational skills to prioritize and complete assigned tasks is required. Knowledge of medical terminology to read, write and comprehend preferred. Knowledge of hospital computer order entry systems preferred. Ability to work independently. Strong desire to work in a busy and challenging environment. Prior clerical or Nursing Assistant experience preferred. A computer/typing test will be administered to all applicants Salary Range USD $20.87 - $26.09 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth. Come join the best team and welcome our community in our front door. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Health Services