Unit Secretary - E8 Meds/Obs/Tele - West Penn Hospital - Full Time

About the Role

Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit. Maintains the medical record and provides direct patient care for all types of patients.

Responsibilities

• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments (20%).
• Transcribes orders in accordance with policies and procedures, subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary (30%).
• Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer, discharge, maintenance of patient records, interdepartmental communications, and unit reception (30%).
• Demonstrates effective communication (verbal and written) with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members regarding patient care (20%).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous unit secretary experience or graduate of an approved unit secretary program.
• Experience as a PCA or EMT.

This job adheres to ethical and legal standards, including compliance with HIPAA and data security guidelines. Employees must protect covered information and comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct and applicable laws.