Unit Secretary - Emergency Department (0.8 Eve)

Mercy Medical Center • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing accurate clerical work to help facilitate a smooth workflow within the department. The Unit Secretaries' responsibilities require knowledge of departmental programs and a variety of operating policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Basic proficiency in operations of computer, fax machine, filing systems and telephone systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required for specific departments.

Nice To Haves

• One year of health care and/or secretarial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed.
• Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.
• Completes supply order entry accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinates flow of communication among patients, families and health care personnel.
• Prioritizes tasks and practices cost containment by efficient use of time and resources.
• Maintains an organized, clean and tidy work area.
• Schedules and coordinates tests, procedures and appointments for patients.
• Takes initiative to recognize and implement change in collaboration with the supervisor.
• Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED