Job Description
Job DescriptionUnit Clerk – Skilled Nursing Facility
Be the Heart of the Unit!
Are you organized, friendly, and great at keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Unit Clerk to join our team!
As a Unit Clerk, you’ll be an important part of the nursing unit—supporting our nurses and CNAs, assisting residents and families, coordinating communication, and helping ensure the day stays organized. If you enjoy a fast-paced healthcare environment but prefer an administrative support role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Job Duties:
As a Unit Clerk, you’ll provide administrative and clerical support to the nursing unit and help keep communication flowing between residents, families, nursing staff, providers, and other departments.
Responsibilities include:
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Provide clerical and administrative support to the nursing unit
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Answer phones and appropriately route calls and messages
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Greet and assist residents, families, visitors, and staff
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Maintain organized nursing station records, forms, and documentation
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Assist with filing, copying, scanning, faxing, and other administrative tasks
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Coordinate communication between nursing staff, physicians, ancillary providers, and other departments
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Assist with scheduling appointments, transportation, and other resident-related services as assigned
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Maintain and update resident information and unit records
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Assist nursing leadership with reports, paperwork, and daily administrative needs
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Monitor and maintain necessary forms and supplies at the nursing station
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Help ensure physician orders, laboratory results, and other documentation are appropriately routed to nursing staff
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Maintain confidentiality of resident and employee information in accordance with HIPAA requirements
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Communicate professionally and compassionately with residents and their families
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Support the nursing team with additional clerical duties as needed
What We’re Looking For
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High school diploma or GED required
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Previous Unit Clerk, Medical Secretary, Medical Receptionist, or healthcare administrative experience preferred
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Skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, or other healthcare experience is a plus
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Strong organizational and time-management skills
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Comfortable working with computers and electronic documentation systems
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Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy healthcare environment
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
Why Join Our Team?
Our Unit Clerks are a vital part of keeping our nursing units organized and connected. You’ll work alongside a dedicated healthcare team while building relationships with residents, families, and coworkers.
If you’re someone who loves organization, enjoys helping others, and can keep things moving in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Ready to Join Us?
Bring your organization, communication skills, and positive attitude to our team.
Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of our residents!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.