Unit Secretary - Acute Care Pediatrics 12 - Nights

About the role

The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.

Requirements

• Education (required): High School Diploma or GED
• Education (preferred): Completion of a Medical Terminology course
• Experience (preferred):
  • Previous experience setting up and maintaining office systems (organizational skills)
  • Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminology
  • Previous experience in a health care setting
  • Previous experience with Microsoft Office software
  • Previous experience with use of EMR
• Licensure/Certification: None required for hire or continued employment

Responsibilities

• Perform daily activities with minimal supervision; self-directed in accomplishment of routine activities
• Escalate issues involving violation of VCUHS policy or procedure, conflicts of a sensitive nature, or unusual situations to the Nurse Manager (or designee) promptly
• Handle, transport, access, and/or contact medications and related supplies as part of job duties
• Work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; individual shift rotation and schedules established with specific Nurse Manager
• Adhere to schedules including shift rotations and hours of work, which may be adjusted to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit

Physical Requirements

• Physical: Lifting up to 50 lbs.; prolonged standing; prolonged sitting; frequent bending; walking (distance); repetitive motion
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall; reasoning; problem solving; hearing; speak clearly; write legibly; reading; logical thinking
• Emotional: Able to handle multiple priorities; frequent and intense customer interactions; noisy environment; able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation

Compensation Range: $15.69 – $23.53 per hour. Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Schedule

Nights. Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; individual shift rotation and schedules established with specific Nurse Manager. Schedules may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.