Clinical Secretary - Surgery Trauma Urology

Saint Francis Health System

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Secretary is responsible for transcribing physician orders via computer to maintain, report, and update patient census. This role requires independent judgment for non-routine problems under general supervision. The secretary will interact directly with patients, customers, and other healthcare professionals and staff, both in person and over the phone. The position is full-time, working days, with a schedule of 7am - 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, with occasional weekend and rotating holiday coverage. Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit Health system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is the largest private employer in Eastern Oklahoma with over 12,000 employees. The health system includes the 1,112-bed Saint Francis Hospital, other hospitals, numerous clinic locations, a children's hospital, a neonatal intensive care unit, a heart hospital, and a leading trauma and emergency center.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months to 1 year related work experience in a health care setting, educational equivalent or equivalent related work experience.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation techniques.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to be detail oriented as might be required in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders utilizing order entry system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicates patient/bed activity and pending patient needs per physician order.
• Order and monitor supply level of department equipment.
• Maintains patient current and past patient records/information.
• Maintain an updated census via assigning room numbers for new patient admissions and transfers.
• Performs clerical duties specific to the department and as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees