Job Description

Unit Clerk
FT, Days
Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care

What You’ll Do

The Unit Clerk offers an exceptional patient experience for patients of Cardiopulmonary Department services. Performs a variety of clerical tasks and receptionist functions related to patient check-in and discharge processes. The Unit Clerk welcomes visitors, patients and staff members in person or via telephone and provides information as requested. The ideal candidate builds and maintains an effective rapport with patients, providers, coworkers and community members.

• Performs secretarial functions for the Cardiopulmonary Department which includes Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Physiology/Cardiac Rehab, and the Sleep Lab.
• Liaises with the Centralized Scheduling department regarding Cardiopulmonary scheduling needs.
• Greets patients upon arrival, notifies Cardiopulmonary staff and communicates any delays to patient, answers multi-line telephone system and relaying messages.
• Monitoring Cardiopulmonary schedules and calendars.
• Distributes and receives information in a variety of formats including phone, email, and fax.
• Scans paperwork into electronic systems as needed.
• Maintains positive, professional and helpful demeanor in performing tasks.
• Performs tasks related to patient needs as a priority. Processes reports and sends to proper destinations.
• Retrieves and processes departmental mail and maintains patient forms.
• Orders office supplies as needed.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Who We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years experience in a medical office setting preferred.

What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $17.50 - $21.87/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
• Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?
As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:
To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.