Unit Secretary, Med Surg, 32 Hours, Days
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Nurse Director, performs a variety of clerical/clinical duties in support of the unit. At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED
- Computer skills required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills
- Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions OR equivalent combination of the above
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant certification preferred
- Classes in medical terminology preferred
- Experience in a hospital or health care setting preferred
- Experience with Meditech computer system preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs clerical functions on the patient care unit and/or other patient care areas as assigned
- Assembles patient records.
- Files and documents patient information, i.e. Laboratory and X-ray reports.
- Keeps records up-to date, in order and supplied with appropriate forms.
- Transcribes physician orders accurately and timely.
- Initiates orders via order entry system accurately and timely.
- Facilitates effective communication and coordinates unit activities.
- Answers telephone appropriately and courteously.
- Takes and relays messages in a timely manner.
- Places calls as requested to physicians, and other professional or ancillary services.
- Greets and directs visitors, physician, and staff from other departments.
- Opens, sorts and routes mail accurately and in a timely manner.
- Orders, receives and stocks required inventory of stationary and forms (linen, sterile supplies; food and kitchen supplies as requested).
- Assists the manager by performing administrative duties as requested.
Benefits
- This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
