Unit Secretary, Med Surg, 32 Hours, Days

Major Responsibilities

Performs clerical functions on the patient care unit and/or other patient care areas as assigned
Assembles patient records.
Files and documents patient information, i.e. Laboratory and X-ray reports.
Keeps records up-to date, in order and supplied with appropriate forms.
Transcribes physician orders accurately and timely.
Initiates orders via order entry system accurately and timely.
Facilitates effective communication and coordinates unit activities.
Answers telephone appropriately and courteously.
Takes and relays messages in a timely manner.
Places calls as requested to physicians, and other professional or ancillary services.
Greets and directs visitors, physician, and staff from other departments.
Opens, sorts and routes mail accurately and in a timely manner.
Orders, receives and stocks required inventory of stationary and forms (linen, sterile supplies; food and kitchen supplies as requested).
Assists the manager by performing administrative duties as requested.

Position Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma/GED
• Preferred: Medical Assistant certification preferred
• Classes in medical terminology preferred
• Required: Computer skills required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions

Experience/Skills

• Required: Computer skills required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Experience in a hospital or health care setting preferred
• Experience with Meditech computer system preferred

Department-Specific Competencies

Not specified in the provided job posting.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Constantly: Sitting, walking, reaching, grasping, repetitive movements, working indoors, high stress level
• Frequently: Standing, twisting, bending, kneeling
• Occasionally: Pushing, pulling, climbing

Qualifications

• License/Certification/Education: Not specified in the provided job posting.

Benefits

Not specified in the provided job posting.

Pay

Not specified in the provided job posting.

Schedule

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