Nursing Clerk 2 (Clerical Assistant 2) (Gino Merli Veterans Center Employees Onl

Reference #: 5193723

THE POSITION The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is searching for an independent, responsible candidate to fill our Nursing Clerk 2 position at the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center located in Scranton, PA. If you are detail oriented, possess a positive attitude, and have the ability to work well with others, this may be the position for you! In this position, you will work with clinical services and clinical services management to organize and provide high quality services to our Veteran population.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Responsibilities of this position include updating and storing nursing files to ensure they are accurate and accessible for other employees and management. General clerical duties including typing reports, letters and other documents related to the nursing department, as well as answering telephone calls and emails and redirecting them as appropriate. Participates in the meetings, taking dictations and minutes as requested. Checks for updates on new regulatory guidance update library of regulations as needed for ease of access and files reimbursement documents for nursing department staff. Additionally, you will monitor office supplies by identifying and maintaining par levels, reordering when stock levels are low.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.. Telework: You will nothave the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,108 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Organization or Location Restrictions:

This posting is restricted to Department of Military & Veterans Affairs, Gino J. Merli Veterans Center Employees Only.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Graduation from high school; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: Two (2) years or more of experience with software applications within the Microsoft package and other software packages to create and maintain spreadsheets, calendars, documents and rosters. Ability to work with various office equipment such as: scanner, printer, fax machine, computer, tablet, telephone, personal communication devices etc. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Previous experience working in an office setting as a clerk or personal assistant. Legal Requirements: This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. A conditional offer of employment may require satisfactory completion of a medical examination.

How To Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected]. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.