Department Secretary Wound Care PRN Days

Baptist Health•Homewood, AL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Serving the Homewood community, Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital is a 595-bed acute-care hospital located in Birmingham, Alabama. The facility offers a full complement of services, including emergency care, cardiovascular care, bariatrics, orthopedics and rehabilitation, and surgical services. It also is one of the largest providers of psychiatric care in the state. The hospital has earned Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission, and its bariatric program has been accredited as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). The Women’s Medical Center provides comprehensive women’s services through all stages of life, including gynecologic surgery, maternity care, and labor and delivery services. Additionally, the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) holds Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care from The Joint Commission. Baptist Health Brookwood is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. The Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. Section 1557 Non-DiscriminationThe Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116. At Brookwood Baptist Health the Department Secretary performs a variety of administrative, secretarial, and clerical duties which support management personnel in the overall operation of a large department or service area. Must be Comfortable working with multiple priorities and projects in a fast paced environment, positive interprofessional and communication skills, and pay strong attention to detail.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and/or database software, preferably Microsoft Office-based products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Access).
Two (2) years of clerical or secretarial experience.

Nice To Haves

None.

Responsibilities

Works within the team to set team priorities and deadlines, adjusting the flow and sequencing of the work to meet team and patient needs.
Proficient in accessing and utilizing computer management programs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and serves as a source of assistance to department team members. Prepares charts, graphs, etc. for presentations.
Schedules appointments for managers and manage departments calendars.
Maintains and orders both unit and office supplies and forms. Maintains control of the budget supplies and orders appropriately being mindful of the departmental budget limits.
Submits work orders for necessary housekeeping, maintenance, biomedical, engineering, or other work orders needed.
Monitors and assists with time and attendance through KRONOS (or timekeeping system).
Consistently assists others in resolving issues presented by callers and/or visitors and effectively refers to the appropriate person for follow up. Acts as a role model by demonstrating effective communication. Problem solves and screens phone calls, requests, and concerns.
Receives and distributes mail/faxes/electronic notifications.
Consistently arranges for the accurate and timely payment of departmental invoices and other disbursements.
Assists in making appointments for patients.
Consistently maintains departmental files and adheres to file maintenance and records retention schedules.
Organizes meetings including prepares any needed reports or documents, distributes materials, records, and transcribes minutes for meetings in a timely manner. May make travel arrangements and/or arrange for refreshments if necessary.
Tracks progress of special projects.
Performs routine problem solving.
Uses discretion when working with confidential information.
Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
May have limited access to areas storing medications.
Manages time autonomously, follows through on assignments and meets deadlines.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures.
Prioritizes workload to manage multiple priorities.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, and workshops.
Performs all other duties as assigned.