Unit Secretary - ER

Job Summary

The Unit Secretary performs general clerical duties on a nursing unit by preparing, compiling, and maintaining records in a hospital nursing unit.

Responsibilities

• Records, transmits and/or files written and verbal communications to, from, and within the nursing unit to staff, patients, and physicians.
• Transcribes physicians’ orders.
• Schedules and signs patients in and out for surgery, treatments, or tests as indicated.
• Orders and stores unit supplies.
• Makes necessary phone calls for special orders for doctors, patients, or nurses.
• Maintains current and orderly chart files; assembles patients’ charts for transfers or discharges.
• Answers telephone or intercom; records and relays messages.
• Greets, directs, and instructs visitors as necessary.
• Assist physicians in locating patients’ charts and appropriate primary nurse.
• Prepares routine, confidential and/or special reports, documents, and records; assists with patient care/quality assurance audits.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Must be familiar with medical terminology and have experience with the use of a computer.
• Preferred: Previous experience as a Unit Secretary.

Organization Description

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!

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Certifications: Not Applicable.