Requisition #: 68178 
Status: Full-Time with Full-Time Benefits (40 Hours)
Business Unit: HF Hospital & Support Group 
Shift: Rotating
P5 Surgical IP Nurse Unit 
Weekends: Yes

Job Family: Administrative Clerical 
Job Function: Admin Support (Non-clinical)

Campus/Job Location: Henry Ford Hospital Detroit Campus 
Location (State/City): US-MI-Detroit

More information about this position
Overview

Our health system thrives on teamwork, and we know our employees achieve the greatest results when they are working together for a common goal - to provide care for our patients. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment then we have a job for you!

Henry Ford Health System is one of the country's largest health care systems and a national leader in clinical care, research and education. Our system includes the 1,200-member Henry Ford Medical Group, six hospitals, Health Alliance Plan, 32 primary care centers and many other health-related entities throughout Southeast Michigan. Founded in 1915 by auto pioneer Henry Ford, we continue to be committed to improving the health and well-being of a diverse Michigan community. In 2009 alone, Henry Ford Health System provided more than $173 million in uncompensated care. Henry Ford also is a major economic driver in Michigan and employs more than 23,000. Our health system is led by CEO Nancy Schlichting.

Responsibilities

The clerk is responsible for all clerical duties associated with the unit to which they are assigned. The clerk is also the first and sometimes primary point of contact for patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other providers. It is the job of the clerk to present an image to all customers including patients, visitors, nurses, physicians, and other providers that indicate competence, safety, and security. The clerk has four main customers: patients, visitors, nurses and physicians.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
- One year experience in a healthcare setting such as medical office, hospital or laboratory preferred, OR certification as health unit coordinator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, weight/height, marital status, familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit 
Job Segments: Administrative, Clerical, Laboratory, Research, Science