Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health • Lorain, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary - Med Surg - Lorain Hospital functions as a member of the Care Delivery Team under the direction of the Manager and/or RN Team Leader. The role transcribes physician orders and enters them into the computer, plans and organizes patient care records, and coordinates communication of pertinent information to health team members and other departments. The secretary also performs clerical duties according to unit needs, orders unit supplies, and promotes positive interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.

This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position on the Med/Surg Unit at Lorain Hospital. The schedule is days/evenings, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. This is a collective bargaining unit position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical computations.
• Successful completion of a medical terminology course.
• Ability to meet the public graciously.
• Ability to type 35 words per minute accurately.
• Ability to report facts accurately, follow instructions, and complete assignments independently.
• Obtain and maintain annual CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders and enter them into the computer.
• Plan and organize patient care records.
• Coordinate communication of pertinent information to health team members and other departments.
• Perform clerical duties according to specific unit needs.
• Order unit supplies.
• Promote positive interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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