Telemetry Tech Unit Secretary Full Time Days

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI)•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Unit Secretary performs clerical and receptionist activities for the unit and hospital. Duties include answering phones and the patient call system, keeping work areas clean and adequately supplied, and disposing of supply materials. The role works as part of a team across the facility and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Effectively read, write, and speak fluent English.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills.
Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care.
Strong problem-solving skills and medical terminology knowledge.
BLS healthcare certification required within 30 days of hire.
For clinical departments where dysrhythmia monitoring and interpretation are required: complete a Basic Dysrhythmia class within 30 days of hire and pass the Basic Dysrhythmia competency exam within two attempts and two weeks of the class.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a medical terminology class.
Six months of experience as a division secretary, or training as a medical records or admitting clerk.

Responsibilities

Provide clerical and receptionist services on the unit, including accurate order transcription.
Maintain medical records according to HIPAA requirements.
Complete admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
Answer phones and respond to the patient call system.
Clean work areas, stock supplies, and dispose of supply materials.
Take direction and follow through concisely to promote efficiency.
Communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, and ancillary departments using written, verbal, and non-verbal skills.
Set priorities and act to protect and advance patients’ best interests.
Work as a team member across the facility and maintain competency in the duties of the role.
Perform other duties as assigned.