Surgical Center Administrative Assistant

IVI America•Basking Ridge, NJ

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Center Administrative Assistant is a full-time role for IVI RMA North America in Basking Ridge, NJ. This position is responsible for applying administrative and clerical skills that support the organization’s mission, values, ethics, philosophy, objectives and policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience working in medical/healthcare industry
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Word and Excel
Computer operation and data entry skills

Responsibilities

Participates in the nursing process by assisting nurses and physicians in the PACU/Surgical Suite as directed and requested.
Prepares patient charts using ASCBR protocols and procedures; ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records.
Prepares patient transfer schedules.
Contacts transfer patients with arrival time and instructions. Refers clinical questions and/or assessments to nurses or physicians.
Maintains office supplies inventory and orders office supplies as needed.
Ensures sufficient snacks & beverages for patients.
Secures operation of office equipment (non-clinical) by adhering to preventive maintenance programs; troubleshoots malfunctions; equipment vendors, and other persons in a position to understand maintenance requirements.
Initiates and coordinates the clerical and secretarial functions required for the effective implementation of center administrative/operation policies and procedures.