Unit Administrative Assistant - 12 Hour Shift

Circle of Life • Bentonville, AR

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Unit Administrative Assistant is an integral member of the Inpatient Unit. This position answers the telephone, greets all guests, volunteers, and families. The role communicates patient information to appropriate persons verbally, in writing and electronically. The assistant is proficient in the Electronic Health Records system, including data entry, generating reports, collecting and documenting statistical information, and maintaining patient care records. The position is required to assist in answering call lights and notifying the nurse or appropriate team member for follow-up. The assistant may be required to assist with patient care if licensed as a CNA. This position may at times be required to work outside of normal schedule and at other locations.

Requirements

• High school, GED and/or on-the-job education sufficient to perform the duties of the position
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer and telephone skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
• A team player and a person of unquestionable personal and professional ethics
• Current CPR certification is required
• Current TB skin test and TB fit test required

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 12-18 months related experience and/or training
• Bilingual a plus
• Annual flu immunization
• CNA certification
• Experience in a healthcare environment
• If CNA certified: certification must be kept current

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone
• Greets all guests, volunteers, and families
• Communicates patient information to appropriate persons verbally, in writing and electronically
• Proficient in the Electronic Health Records system: data entry, generating reports, collecting and documenting statistical information, and maintaining patient care records
• Assist in answering call lights and notifying the nurse or appropriate team member for follow-up
• May be required to assist with patient care if licensed as a CNA
• May at times be required to work outside of normal schedule and at other locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED