Unit Assistant Job, 8 hours day shifts 8-4:30p, Med Surg 6 West

Powers Health is hiring a Unit Assistant for 6 West to work days at Community Hospital in Munster, IN.

6 West is a 26 bed medical/surgical floor with all private rooms including 6 negative pressure isolation rooms where the nursing staff provides high quality, individualized care to patients with a variety of chronic and acute medical/surgical conditions and gynecology overflow patients. The minimum age of patients admitted is 12 years of age, but the average age is 63 years. The unit has approximately 75% of the patients being surgical patients and 25% being general medical patients.

Unit Assistant Roles and Responsibilities:

Performs general clerical duties and patient centered activities in a hospital nursing unit. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient population served on a designated nursing unit. Assists with maintenance of accurate staffing records and special projects as directed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

High School graduate or equivalent. Supplementary commercial school/college courses in typing, computer technology, medical terminology are desirable. 6 months experience as Ward, Clerk, Medical Assistant or Physician Receptionist preferred. Annual validation of skills and safety, infection procedures.

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We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, CHS offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

Medical, dental and vision coverage Wellness program, including free screenings Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA) Retirement savings plan Life insurance Disability income protection Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness center discount program Tuition assistance and career development Paid Time Off (PTO) Reward and recognition programs

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