Unit Secretary

Healthier Mississippi People LLC • Canton, MS

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About The Position

Job Summary:
To perform a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining, and processing patient, ward, and hospital data and records.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to input and verify data.
• High school diploma and one (1) year of related experience.
• Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: N/A

Responsibilities

• Records, verifies, and enters patients, and hospital information reflecting admissions, transfers, discharges, patient census, and other applicable data.
• Assembles temporary chart. Maintains accurate unit census in the bed tracking system.
• Answers patient signals, assesses patient's needs, and communicates request to pertinent individuals as necessary.
• Schedules appointments and arranges transportation for patients.
• Answers telephones, takes and delivers messages, and provides information to patients and family members.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees