Desk Clerk

Your experience matters
Dignity Health East Valley Rehab Hospital is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Emergency Room Desk Clerkjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute
A Desk Clerk who excels in this role:

• Provides clerical communication customer service and coordination support for the daily operations of the Emergency Department.
• Answers and directs telephone calls and patient call-light communications; assists patients and families; and promotes a professional compassionate and positive patient experience.
• Serves as a central communication resource for ED staff providers EMS ancillary departments inpatient units transfer centers transportation companies and outside healthcare facilities.
• Supports patient flow by coordinating communication related to admissions bed placement transfers and transportation with the multidisciplinary team.
• Facilitates provider consultations with in-house and outside providers assists with telepsychiatry and teleneurology services communicates ambulance and incoming patient notifications supports transfer documentation and EMTALA processes and ensures time-sensitive information is communicated using closed-loop communication.
• Maintains patient confidentiality appropriately escalates delays or safety concerns and supports efficient throughput and continuity of care.
• Actively participates in the organizations Foundational 5Briefs Huddles Debriefs Learning Boards and Executive Patient Safety Roundsand contributes to a culture of safety teamwork accountability and continuous improvement.
• Complies with legal hospital and departmental policies procedures and position requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Emergency Department Director or designee.

What were looking for
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Must obtain the following certifications within 90 days of hire; CPR and Handle with Care.

Schedule:Full-time (FTE 0.9) 72 hours per pay period (every two weeks).

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to helping individuals regain their independence an Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke brain injury neurological conditions trauma spinal cord injury amputation and orthopedic injury.

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health function and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

We are CARF-Accredited for our Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program. d return to the lives they love following an injury or illness.

EEOC Statement
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.