Ward Clerk Full-time

Orchard Post Acute

Orchard, ,
$17.48 – $18.00 ph; not specified; not specified
Record medical and administrative information
Maintain daily census reports
Maintain resident roster
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in the day-to-day recording and charting of medical and administrative information

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in the day-to-day recording and charting of medical and administrative information.
  • Essential duties include maintaining census reports, resident rosters, charge slips, and transcribing physician orders to care plans and medication records.
  • This role ensures that medical records are maintained in an accurate, informative, and timely manner and requires strong communication and customer service skills.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in the day-to-day recording and charting of medical and administrative information.

Salary

$17.48 – $18.00 per hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Record medical and administrative information
  • Maintain Daily Census Reports
  • Maintain resident roster
  • Answer telephones and deliver messages
  • Track tardy and absentee reports
  • Transcribe physicians’ orders
  • Review medication cards for accuracy

Nice-to-have

  • Treat all residents with dignity
  • Support infection control practices
  • Maintain positive working relationships
  • Encourage timely physician documentation

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Prior healthcare or skilled nursing experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred
  • Strong communication and customer service skills required

Work Rights

Not specified

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