ED Unit Secretary

WVU Medicine

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About The Position

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Performs clerical and receptionist duties for the various assigned nursing unit. Complies with hospital policies and procedures, JCAHO standards, and current government regulations. Performs duties in a responsible professional manner consistent with all standards of care and hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of administrative or clerical experience.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or secretarial school.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Acts as receptionist for the nursing station, including: Records and relays messages accurately to unit personnel Answers telephone and intercom; keeps telephone lines open for incoming calls Places calls as directed by nurses and physician Answers physician's pages when required Answers general inquiries from visitors, patients, volunteers and hospital personnel Pages physicians as directed and keeps accurate log of incoming and outgoing calls
• Performs routine clerical duties, including: Maintains stock of clerical supplies Orders supplies Complete daily requisitions as necessary Requests maintenance for unit equipment
• Performs ward clerk duties as required: Places all orders in system and records order number on chart. Obtains lab/x-ray results and places on charts for physician review. Completes discharges. Monitors ED log for completeness. Prints log daily and keeps binder on unit. Charges all supplies used on each patient timely. Breaks down ED record and scans charts. Reviews ED record for completeness and notifies appropriate personnel for completion if necessary.
• Participates in staff meetings on a regular basis.
• Attends in-service and other educational programs as scheduled.
• Participates actively in the quality improvement program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees