Unit Secretary, Operating Room

Memorial Health System • Decatur, IL

228d

About The Position

The Unit Secretary in the Operating Room is responsible for assisting in the performance of clerical and administrative duties under the supervision of the director or delegate. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the surgical unit by managing information flow and supporting surgical scheduling.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Receives, prioritizes and disseminates information to appropriate persons or other departments.
• Responsible for sending for patients and answering phones in a timely fashion.
• Handles internal calls appropriately.
• Handles emergency situations including add-on cases appropriately.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot copier, ERS, and fax machine, including ability to label, clear paper jams, and change cartridges.
• Knowledge of computer scheduling, documentation, and other programs.
• Schedules surgical procedures and is able to accurately move or change cases as needed.
• Accesses reports from systems.
• Able to access patient charts, lab, and x-ray results when requested.
• Communicates with surgeon offices regarding cases, schedules, blocks, etc.
• Inputs surgical case documentation and charges accurately into systems.
• Inputs tissue tracking and implant tracking data into appropriate systems.
• Organizes and prioritizes assigned clerical duties.
• Maintains a safe, efficient, and adequately supplied environment.
• Displays a self-directed, mature, disciplined, and tactful approach to work duties.
• Seeks help appropriately.
• Protects patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrates knowledge of unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED