Medical Secretary - Recovery Room

Winona Health • Winona, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Anesthesia Area/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PAA/PACU) Medical Secretary
is a non-licensed health care worker who assists professional nursing caregivers
and providers by performing secretarial duties for the PAA/PACU area. The duties
of the Medical Secretary include general clerical duties, maintaining an orderly
and clean environment, and direct patient care responsibilities as delegated by
the professional caregivers.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Secretary Program
• Basic Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Nice To Haves

• Previous Medical Secretary Experience
• Current BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Coordinates surgery schedule daily, manages the updates accordingly.
• Schedules surgical cases after consulting with the charge nurse and anesthesia staff and communicates special needs to the charge nurse.
• Prepares the appropriate documents necessary (i.e. informed consent, surgical checklists) for professional nursing staff and providers.
• Assists patients in making follow-up appointments for post procedure care as needed.
• Facilitates quality improvement activities for the Surgery, Anesthesia, and other departments as requested.
• Manages time and attendance for OR and surgery patients to enhance Anesthesia flow.
• Orders and maintains supplies and forms for the surgical services department.
• Maintains professional behavior and uses effective communication when dealing with all external and internal customers.
• Manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
• Maintains patient information databases (Cerner, Phreesia, etc.).
• Problem solves and suggests solutions to enhance team function.
• Attends mandatory staff meetings and completes mandatory educational requirements of Winona Health caregivers.
• Understands, supports, and integrates into one’s position the organization’s mission/vision/values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees