Unit Coordinator - Geri-Psych (32 Hours, Evenings, 3p-11p)

Schedule: 32 Hours, Evenings, 3p-11p, Every Other Weekend, Part-Time, Benefit Eligible

Position Summary:

Provide technical assistance to the nursing staff and performing a variety of computer, clerical, scheduling and supply functions necessary for the operation of a 16-bed geriatric psychiatric care unit. Supports clinical staff with 15-min checks/continuous ligature rounds when possible

Responsibilities:

• Proficiently functions as a technologist in the following areas as deemed competent: Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation.
• Ensures QC is within appropriate limits for each test prior to reporting patient results.
• Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and bring any "rare and improbable" test results to the attention of a Section Head or Lead.
• Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed.
• Reviews daily specimen reports as appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies.
• Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed.
• Performs maintenance on instrumentation as needed.
• Records QC and maintains QC records on all assays performed.

Requirements:

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  Education: High School Diploma.
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  Experience:
  
  
  • Minimum of 1 year of clerical experience required.
  • Computer skills required.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology required.
  • Working in an outpatient setting preferred.
  
  
  
  
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  Certification/Licensure:
  
  
  • BLS Certification required by DMH
  • Mandatory De-escalation Education within 30 days of hire
  
  
  
  
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  Hardware/Software: Meditech
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans