Hospital unit clerk vs certified medical technician

Differences between hospital unit clerk and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Hospital unit clerk example responsibilities.

• Manage inpatient transfers to rehabilitation and medical facilities, along with preparing and monitoring outpatient billings insurance verification and referrals.
• Make appropriate notations in Meditech system.
• Demonstrate in depth knowledge of health-care ethics and legalities, confidentiality, safety, and professional communication with patients and co-workers.
• Handle patients complaints with professionalism and a positive attitude in fast-pace situations
• Obtain demographics and insurance information primarily dealing with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance for patients or potential patients.
• Perform procedures and uses equipment as delegated by license professionals: including blood draws, urethral/intravenous catheters, immobilizers and EKGs.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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