Job Posting
Ward Clerk
Emergency Department
PRN

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Emergency Department, and the direct supervision of the respective charge nurse, the ED Ward Clerk is responsible for performing the receptionist and secretarial duties in the Emergency Department while functioning as the focal communication source in the ED nursing station. This individual should be cheerful, polite, tactful and responsible. Must be able to focus and perform when under extreme stress must be cooperative and dependable.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

Experience: At least one year of experience in clerical, receptionist, and/or hospital duties preferred. Organization/time management and typing/basic computer skills required.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Not applicable

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations): Considerable mental concentration required to complete duties. Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, stooping, twisting, and reaching are required. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: Potential exposure to infectious disease. Frequent exposure to hostile persons at times. Minimal physical discomfort. Frequent auditory distractions. Ability to function under stress required.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.