Medical Receptionist - 5RW Palliative Care Unit FT Days 06 : 45 - 19 : 15

Patient Care Unit Clerk

Supports delivery of patient care by providing clerical and receptionist services to patients, families, visitors, staff, physicians, departments that support patient care, and all other customers of a Patient Care Unit with regular guidance. Facilitates efficient workflow, supports appropriate use of technology, and fosters effective communication.

The environment in the Palliative Care Unit is dynamic, at times a bit unpredictable, and always values teamwork through an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. We care for adult patients ranging in age from 18 or older who are being treated for an extremely broad variety of medical conditions.

Our patients are unique because our primary focus is on treating patients suffering from any illness that is expected to be life-ending. We focus on symptom management, life goals, and developing plans of care that value the patients' and their families' wishes and culture.

One of the perks of working on my unit is our deeply-rooted ethos of teamwork.

VUMC Benefits start on Day One! We care for our team members with a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Growth Ladder Opportunities

Shift : Full-Time Day Shift - 6 : 45 am - 7 : 15 pm (three 12-hour shifts / week). Shifts do rotate throughout the week. Note : Set schedules are not available. Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs.

Preferred Qualifications :

Important Instructions for All Candidates :

Key responsibilities include processing orders, entering and updating information, maintaining unit log, responding to patient call system, and using various communication and monitoring devices.

Core accountabilities include organizational impact, problem solving, breadth of knowledge, and team interaction.

Core capabilities include supporting colleagues, delivering excellent services, ensuring high quality, and managing resources effectively.