Unit Secretary - Surgical Progressive Care and Bariatric Unit - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
About The Position
The Unit Secretary assists staff by performing clerical duties and maintains and updates patient records in a timely, orderly manner. The role acknowledges customers arriving at the unit and provides a friendly, enthusiastic approach. It involves constant interaction with internal and external customers, including patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors. The position requires knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology, English grammar and spelling, and the ability to file and maintain patient records, files, and reports. The secretary uses office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals, and printers. Work takes place in a healthcare environment and may involve stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination.
- Previous secretarial experience is desirable.
- Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
- Skill in English grammar and spelling, and neat, legible handwriting.
- Ability to file and maintain patient records, files, and reports.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to use office equipment, including multi-line telephones, computer terminals, and printers.
- Ability to read and comprehend.
- Corrected hearing and vision to the normal range.
Nice To Haves
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) card preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform clerical duties to assist staff.
- Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner.
- Acknowledge customers upon arrival to the unit and provide a friendly, enthusiastic approach.
- Interact with internal and external customers, including patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors.
- File and maintain patient records, files, and reports.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
