Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.
Akron General’s 3200 Unit is a Complex Cardiovascular Unit that cares for a diverse patient population with high acuity. As a Unit Clerk in this department, you will greet and welcome newly admitted and transferred patients, helping facilitate a warm and supportive environment. You will coordinate communication between patients, families and healthcare staff to enhance unit functioning and organization. In this role, you can also explore professional development opportunities to enhance your skills, advance to higher positions or seek further education.
A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM – 3:30PM
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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Perform administrative and clerical duties.
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Conduct an in-person greeting and welcome newly admitted and transferred patients to the unit.
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Communicate with and facilitate communication between patients, families, other departments and healthcare team members regarding patient care.
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Assist with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
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Provide concierge service to assist patients and families with wayfinding and directing them to available resources.
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Assemble and maintain patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
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Troubleshoot equipment.
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Respond to patient call lights.
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Keep nursing stations clean and organized.
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Complete mandatory education and training.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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High School Diploma/GED
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Previous clerical experience
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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Clerical experience in a healthcare setting
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Knowledge of medical terminology
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Personal Protective Equipment:
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Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Pay Range
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