Unit Secretary (Med-Surg) - Part Time, Days (Culver City)
About The Position
The Unit Secretary is responsible for coordinating and performing a broad range of clerical support functions in the nursing unit. Specific duties include performing reception functions, inventory and ordering of unit supplies, collecting and compiling patient data, and assembling and organizing medical records. Coordinates and assists with patient access, nursing, and case management for patient admission and discharge process. Accurately prepares correspondence, documents, forms reports and ad hoc projects in a timely manner. Establishes and maintains effective filing systems, provides excellent departmental telephone and reception coverage, and completes additional clerical duties as assigned. Ensures patient call lights are answered in a timely manner. Ensures HIPAA Compliance. Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making. Effectively uses all applicable computer and office systems/procedures to coordinate documentation, data, and information for the shift to ensure timely communication and smooth operations. Ensures appropriate inventory of supplies and proper functioning of equipment. Ensures the work area is clean, clutter free, and organized.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
- AHA Basic Life Support
- Understanding of basic medical terminology
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Computer literacy and proficiency
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families
Responsibilities
- performing reception functions
- inventory and ordering of unit supplies
- collecting and compiling patient data
- assembling and organizing medical records
- Coordinates and assists with patient access, nursing, and case management for patient admission and discharge process
- Accurately prepares correspondence, documents, forms reports and ad hoc projects in a timely manner
- Establishes and maintains effective filing systems
- provides excellent departmental telephone and reception coverage
- Ensures patient call lights are answered in a timely manner
- Ensures HIPAA Compliance
- Ensures appropriate inventory of supplies and proper functioning of equipment
- Ensures the work area is clean, clutter free, and organized
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
