Unit Secretary
About the Organization
Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed regional referral hospital with specialized services such as the Cancer Care Center, orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMH also operates Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals serving rural communities. CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, an accredited institution training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates communication needs of the Med/Surg department.
- Transcribes physician orders from records (in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system) with notation and signature by nursing staff.
- Prepares and compiles records for the Emergency Room.
- Orders supplies for the unit and prepares/completes patient charts with necessary daily forms.
- Assists nursing staff with duties involving indirect patient care.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (or relevant experience required for all new hires, effective April 2014).
- Medical terminology preferred.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.
- Experience using computers for word processing and database management preferred.
Pay
A reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $20.00 to $23.75 per hour. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
Benefits
The company offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package with customizable options to fit individual needs, including abundant resources, programs, and voluntary benefits for growth and well-being. Learn more here.
Schedule
Part-time (less than 60 hours), day shift.