Ward Clerk

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Ward Clerk at Montana State Hospital - Grasslands.

This position is located in Helena, MT at the Grasslands facility, which is an off-site facility of the Montana State Hospital. It is funded through June 30, 2027. After this date, the position may be funded permanently or may be subject to a reduction in force (RIF).

Ward Clerks provide clerical and technical support on the treatment units and is under the supervision of the nurse manager.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity:

• Ability to work with patients requiring different degrees of assistance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Skill to utilize equipment necessary to perform routing nursing care and procedures.
• Attention to detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Report and document in a clear and concise manner.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of clerical or medical records experience.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position is grant funded through June 30, 2027.