Hospital Unit Clerk-Per Diem-Burn Unit

Full Time
Sacramento, CA
Posted
Job description
Department Description


The UC Davis Regional Burn Center also known as Firefighters Burn Institute Regional Burn Center, provides comprehensive care to burn patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings as well as ongoing support through our outreach program.
The Burn Center is verified by The American Burn Association (ABA) and American College of Surgeons (ACS). The program specializes in all burns including, scald, chemical, electrical, flame burns, frost bite, burn reconstruction, inhalation injury and exfoliative disorders such as toxic epidermal necrolysis/Steven's Johnson Syndrome, and Purpura Fulminans. The department is involved in a wide spectrum of clinical research for advancing burn treatment. Our program provides fellowships in burns that trains the burn surgeons of the future, as well as nursing preceptorships.
The facility has: 13,000 square feet and 12 ICU beds in private rooms overhead infrared heating panels and thermostats in each room to keep patients and the room warm, as burned skin and tissues do not regulate body temperature well. Advanced ventilation system which continually cycles and cleans air to maintain an optimal setting and help prevent infections. The Burn center includes a physical therapy treatment room, outpatient burn wound clinic and a hydrotherapy room with state-of-the-art equipment and technology.
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
4/20/2023


Salary Range
$29.47/hour


Salary Frequency
Hourly


Appointment Type
Per Diem


Number of Positions
1


Percentage of Time
20%


Shift Hour
8 hour shifts, variable, days, nights, weekends, holidays

Location
Main Hospital


City
Sacramento

Union Representation
Yes


Benefits Eligible
No


THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for performing reception and clerical functions for the nursing station; coordinates patient care activities with other departments to include programming and answering call lights, arranging transporting patients to other areas of the hospital, ancillary services, stocking supplies and forms, doing audits, and functions related to admissions, transfers and discharges of patients. This per diem position will fill in the gaps in HUSC coverage for the day and evening shifts.
Required Qualifications
  • Recent work experience in burn, trauma, or surgical ICU setting
  • Experience working as a hospital unit clerk
  • EMR Experience
  • Customer service skills
  • Communication skills
  • Experience utilizing a multiline phone system
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Record Keeping
  • Supply chain and inventory control experience
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
  • Commitment to excellence in patient care
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
  • Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner
  • Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
  • Basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Inpatient ICU unit clerk experience
  • EPIC EMR
  • Excel
Special Requirements
Inpatient, burn ICU
Must be able to work occasional overtime to cover staffing shortages
Must be able to workday, evening, or night shift as required
Must be able to work in an area where smoking is prohibited
Must be able to float to different units as needed
Must be able to work in a classification which is included in a collective bargaining unit (union)
Must be able to wear a uniform jacket, and scrubs in required areas
References reflect an overall meet or exceeds
This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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