Unit Secretary - Cath Lab Full Time Days

Orlando Health • Sebastian, FL

407d

About The Position

The Unit Secretary in the Cath Lab at Orlando Health is responsible for performing routine clerical and secretarial tasks within a nursing unit. This role involves acting as a receptionist, managing communication, and supporting the nursing staff to ensure efficient operations and a therapeutic environment for patients.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Keyboarding skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Medical terminology, or Health Unit Coordinator Certification.

Nice To Haves

• None specified.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a receptionist on the unit, greeting and directing visitors, personnel, and others in a courteous and informative manner.
• Transcribes physicians' orders promptly, accurately, and completely according to policy/procedure.
• Communicates consultation requests to physicians or therapists promptly and accurately.
• Performs data entry and assembles, compiles, and breaks down medical records.
• Prepares/copies designated medical record/information for transfer to other facilities.
• Answers phone calls, routes callers, assists in pages, and takes messages, providing routine information to callers.
• Answers patient call lights in person or via intercom; fills requests or refers to appropriate person promptly.
• Communicates effectively in all interactions.
• Works under the direction of the charge nurse.
• Assists in making appointments for patients.
• Maintains working knowledge of office/departmental equipment.
• Submits work orders for necessary housekeeping, maintenance, biomedical, or other work orders needed.
• Collaborates interdepartmentally to promote and provide a safe environment.
• Utilizes compassion to create a therapeutic environment.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications throughout the facility (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs).
• Maintains pre-established par levels of all unit office supplies.
• Assists in the stocking of both unit and office supplies.
• Monitors time and attendance through Kronos (or timekeeping system).
• Prioritizes workload to manage multiple priorities.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards including Federal, State, local and The Joint Commission.
• Maintains regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized unit.

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive salary range of $33.1K - $41.9K per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED