Unit Secretary - Emergency Department - Rotating - PRN

VCU Health • South Hill, VA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records. Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with specific Nurse Manager. Schedules including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience setting up and maintaining office system (organizational skills)
• Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminology
• Previous experience in a health care setting
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience with use of EMR
• Completion of a Medical Terminology course

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.
• Handle, transport, access and/or contact medications and related supplies.
• Perform daily activities with minimal supervision.
• Be self-directed in the accomplishment of routine activities.
• Bring issues that involve violation of VCUHS policy or procedure, conflicts of a sensitive nature, or unusual issues to the attention of the Nurse Manager (or designee) promptly.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED