Unit Secretary - Oncology
About The Position
Sanford Health is seeking a welcoming Unit Secretary for the Oncology inpatient units. The position greets families and visitors and supports inpatient teams by helping prepare unit documents and completing clerical tasks. The role performs clerical services for a healthcare unit, including answering calls and responding to inquiries about healthcare programs and services, assisting with administrative tasks such as ordering supplies and scheduling, and helping maintain a clean environment. The amount of direct patient contact varies by department, and primary duties may vary by department. The schedule is Monday and Friday, with rotating weekends, from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The work shift varies. Scheduled hours are 16 per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required depending on the department.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Greet families and visitors to the Oncology inpatient units.
- Assist inpatient teams with preparing unit documents and other clerical tasks.
- Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries from patients, residents, outlying facilities, or providers about healthcare programs and services.
- Assist with requests to transfer patients into a facility.
- Depending on the department, support registered nurse or physician staff and receive or dispatch correspondence for the unit.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as ordering supplies and scheduling.
- Collaborate to create and maintain a clean environment within healthcare facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
