Clinical Secretary - Med Surg - PT Weekend

Methodist Health System • Richardson, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides general office and secretarial services in a medical-surgical setting, including filing, reception, telephone support, and word processing. The role supports an outstanding patient experience through effective communication, accurate documentation, coordination with clinical staff, and maintenance of an organized work area. The position is part-time and scheduled for weekend shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type 30 words per minute.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and assists with orientation for new secretaries.
• Maintains PAR levels by ordering office, clinical, and nutritional supplies as needed.
• Performs receptionist duties, including answering department calls and recording complete messages, greeting patients and visitors professionally and promptly, providing general information and direction, maintaining appointment schedules, and maintaining department files.
• Prepares reports, records, and clinical packets and ensures their accuracy and completeness.
• Communicates with the clinical team regarding pending discharges, occupied and unoccupied bed status, and bed-tracking reports.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness in and around the work area, centralized nurses’ station/work area, and other assigned areas.
• Answers the patient intercom system and call bells promptly and notifies appropriate clinical staff in a timely manner.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED