Unit Secretary - Emergency Room General
About The Position
The Unit Secretary in the Emergency Room works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The role coordinates selected patient activities between the nursing unit and other internal departments, maintains and organizes patient medical records and nursing unit activity files, transcribes medical orders, and orders and maintains equipment and supplies. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, along with a wide variety of specialties. It serves patients from birth through the end of life as part of Hartford HealthCare, a statewide healthcare network.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–2 years of previous secretarial or clerical experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- PC skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to work under pressure and deadlines and balance multiple priorities.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Unit Secretary or Medical Secretary experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate selected patient activities between the nursing unit and other internal departments.
- Maintain and organize patient medical records and nursing unit activity files.
- Transcribe medical orders.
- Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.
- Opportunities for career development and growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
