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Assoc Clerical | SICU | PT Days

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UF Health

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Jacksonville

AI generated summary

  • You need a GED or diploma, 1-2 years of clerical experience, data entry skills, confidentiality, basic math, and English proficiency. CPI training required; CPR preferred.
  • You will handle clerical tasks, manage communication at the nursing station, maintain patient records, assist staff with electronic medical records, and support patient care needs.

Requirements

  • Required Education: Read/Write/Math Skills
  • AND-
  • GED or High School Diploma
  • Necessary Skills:
  • 1. Ability to type 25 cwpm or have 7000 key strokes per hour data entry skills.
  • 2. Ability to write/read in English.
  • 3. Demonstrate basic math skills.
  • 4. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • 5. Demonstrates computer proficiency
  • Required Licensure/Certifications: Crisis Prevention Institute training is required within ninety (90) days of date of hire or transfer, and annually thereafter, for the Psych Unit.
  • Preferred Licensure/Certifications: CPR training.
  • Required Experience: 1 - 2 years of general clerical experience in a customer service environment.
  • Preferred Experience: Customer Service experience in a healthcare environment

Responsibilities

  • The Clerical Associate (C.A.) is a member of the patient care team whose primary responsibilities are to perform clerical functions, serve as an role model for customer service, handle verbal, written, telephone and electronic communications at the central nursing station, maintain the paper copy of the patient medical record, order/control equipment, supplies and the environment of care, provide assistance as needed to professional staff in the use of the electronic medical record and perform other support duties within job scope. The Clerical Associate reports to the Nurse Manager in the unit/clinic and works effectively in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team. The C.A. interacts appropriately with patients and families according to their age and developmental level.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Clerical Associate in the SICU?

The primary responsibilities include performing clerical functions, handling communications at the central nursing station, maintaining patient medical records, ordering and controlling equipment and supplies, assisting professional staff with electronic medical records, and performing other support duties.

What qualifications are required for the Assoc Clerical position?

A GED or High School Diploma is required, along with read/write/math skills.

Is there a typing requirement for this position?

Yes, the position requires the ability to type 25 cwpm or have 7000 keystrokes per hour data entry skills.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Customer service experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Are there any certification requirements for this job?

Yes, Crisis Prevention Institute training is required within ninety (90) days of hire or transfer and annually thereafter for the Psych Unit. CPR training is preferred.

How important is confidentiality in this role?

Maintaining confidentiality is crucial and a necessary skill for the Clerical Associate position.

Will I be interacting with patients and families?

Yes, the Clerical Associate will interact appropriately with patients and families according to their age and developmental level.

Who does the Clerical Associate report to?

The Clerical Associate reports to the Nurse Manager in the unit/clinic.

Is computer proficiency required for the position?

Yes, demonstrating computer proficiency is necessary for this role.

What type of work environment does this role operate in?

The Clerical Associate works in a healthcare environment, specifically within the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU).

UF Health

Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
1958
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University of Florida Health is a world-class academic health center in Florida, encompassing hospitals, physician practices, colleges, centers, institutes, programs and services across northeast and north-central Florida.