Unit Secretary - Observation

Responsibilities

• Directly accountable to the Director, and indirectly to the Charge Nurse and/or House Supervisor.
• Performs indirect care in the department setting as an unlicensed person.
• Facilitates the communication needs of the 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 as assigned.
• Orders supplies for the unit.
• Prepares and completes each patient’s chart with necessary forms on a daily basis.
• Assists nursing staff with duties involving indirect patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or relevant experience required for all new hires.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Current BLS 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 $15.65 to $22.67 per hour. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid time off.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefit options.

Schedule

Full Time, Day Shift.