Ward Clerk

Our Mission

Enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Citizens Health is a community based, private, not-for-profit organization. It is comprised of:

• Citizens Medical Center - a 25 bed critical access hospital
• Family Center for Health Care - an outpatient rural health clinic
• Prairie Senior - a skilled nursing facility
• Citizens Clubhouse - an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce
• Citizens Medical Equipment - our durable medical equipment business
• Palace Drug Store - our outpatient pharmacy

We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas.

Location: 100 E College Ave, Colby, KS

Position Information: Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing or designee and/or Nursing Supervisor, assists in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the activities occurring at the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area.

Days: 3 days a week with alternating weekends.

Holiday Requirement: This position will be required to work 1 major & 1 minor holiday each year.

Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM day shift; 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM night shift.

Pay Range: Starting at $15.00 and dependent upon experience.

• Act as a receptionist and/or communication “hub”, coordinate written and verbal communication systems on the unit in a timely manner.
• Maintain current patient chart files and keep the Patient Report Form (spreadsheet) updated based on nurse-verified Provider orders.
• Register patients that present to the Emergency Room as needed and/or outside regular business hours.
• Perform clerical duties related to the admission, discharge/transfer of patients.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and attractive environment in the nursing unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

• No formal education is required for this job.
• Possess interpersonal skills needed to function in a “team setting”.
• Pleasant, tactful and courteous to patients/residents, visitors and staff.
• Appropriate personal hygiene.
• Ability to work in close cooperation with others and the Department Leader.
• Ability to read well enough to follow directions and understand the responsibilities of working in the Acute Care Nursing Department.
• Willing and able to participate in educational sessions, in-service training and demonstrations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is an asset.
• BLS is required. Will be assigned to a BLS class if credentials are not current.

• Self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player.
• Maintain a positive attitude with good energy.
• Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere.
• Display integrity and accountability.
• Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self‑improvement.
• Adhere to organization policies and procedures.
• Arrive at work on time and when scheduled.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and maintain professional appearance.
• Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution.

Limited exposure to the risk of airborne/blood borne disease. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Handles emergencies or crisis situations. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls/inquiries. Works weekends and holidays as necessary.

Medical, dental and vision insurance available.

Pre‑Tax and Roth Contributions:

• Automatic 6% salary deferral upon employment.
• Regular and matching contributions after one-year and 1,000 hours worked.

Provides Life, Accidental Death and…