Unit Secretary - Operating Room - Evenings

Nevada System of Higher Education•Arlington Heights, IL

1d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary in the Operating Room, working evenings, plays a crucial role in facilitating the management of the patient healthcare record by entering department-specific patient treatments and charges. This position assists the care team in coordinating patient activities and services, and serves as a communication and resource hub between the care team, physicians, patients, and family members. In ancillary areas, the Unit Secretary may also be responsible for coordinating and scheduling department-specific patient procedures within the hospital’s scheduling system.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Computer literacy and experience with PC applications.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one-year data or order entry experience using a computer preferred.
Experience working in a healthcare setting and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Enters department specific patient treatments/charges to facilitate management of the patient healthcare record.
Assists the care team in coordinating patient activities and services.
Assists in coordinating communication and resources between care team, physicians, patients and family members.
In ancillary areas, may coordinate and schedule department specific patient procedures in the hospital’s scheduling system.

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities