Unit Secretary Emergency Department

Mount Nittany Health • State College, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide assistance in completing a variety of clerical, messenger and receptionist duties under the general supervision of the Unit Director/Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Charge Nurse.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Proficiency in spelling and accurate attention to details.
• Exhibits communication and verbal skills.
• Maintains composure in dealing with a variety of personalities and a sometimes high pressure environment.
• Relates to staff, physicians, patients/family, visitors, outside agency personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Previous secretarial experience desirable.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient medical records.
• Records all necessary information in the Automated Emergency Department log as well as be able to run monthly reports.
• Files Emergency Department records appropriately daily.
• Compiles ED charts for appropriate categories and sends to HIM daily.
• Pulls patient reports for physician review and then sends to HIM.
• Is proficient in computerized physician on call schedule.
• Communicates with patients, staff and physicians.
• Notifies admissions and ED cashiers regarding patient admissions.
• Answers and screens telephone calls. Receives and delivers messages to patients and unit personnel in a timely manner.
• Pages medical personnel as directed including emergency codes.
• Assists physicians in obtaining reports, charts and other information.
• Receives phoned x-ray/lab reports. Communicates information to the nurse in charge or physician.
• Maintains patient information system.
• Enters appropriate physician orders into the computer. Obtains RN verification.
• Maintains proficiency with electronic tracking system.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties.
• Restocks clerical supplies as necessary.
• Duplicates chart material as requested by unit personnel.
• Collects and distributes mail 7-3 and 3-11.
• Assists in orienting new employees.
• Assists in maintaining an orderly and well functioning environment.
• Runs errands as needed.
• Maintains patient information on ED record and requisitions during computer downtime.
• Performs related and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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