Unit Secretary - SMCF Operating Room - FT
About The Position
Performs clerical services and tasks for a specific unit in healthcare facilities. Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries from patients/residents, outlying facilities or providers about healthcare programs and services or request of transferring patients into a facility. Depending on the department, may provide support to RN or physician staff or receiving and dispatching correspondence for designated unit. Assisting with administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies and scheduling. Collaborating to create and maintain a clean environment within healthcare facilities. Depending on department, direct patient contact will vary. Primary duties will vary by department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- May require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification dependent upon department.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year experience in a healthcare setting and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries from patients/residents, outlying facilities or providers about healthcare programs and services or request of transferring patients into a facility.
- Depending on the department, may provide support to RN or physician staff or receiving and dispatching correspondence for designated unit.
- Assisting with administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies and scheduling.
- Collaborating to create and maintain a clean environment within healthcare facilities.
Benefits
- Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
