Unit Secretary, Evening Shift, Emergency Department
About The Position
With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment, with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes. Howard University Hospital seeks to hire a Unit Secretary in the Emergency Department, who will embrace our rich and historic tradition of excellence. Coordinates the communications at the central desks in the Nursing Departments/Units and other locations as directed between the Nursing Departments/Units, and all other hospital and clinical and non-clinical staff, Departments and Units. Creates and timely maintains patient charts and other records. Works in accordance with Department/Unit and Hospital policies and procedures. As a Unit Secretary, you will have: Familiarity with basic medical terminology Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities. Flexibility and calmness required in order to perform a variety of functions in a setting that may be stressful or change unexpectedly due to a patient's condition. Competence in both oral and written English and the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills to relate to patients with varying degrees of illness, staff, and visitors. Exceptional customer service skills essential. Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work. Attention to detail and problem solving skills. Computer aptitude and knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Requirements
- Familiarity with basic medical terminology
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities.
- Flexibility and calmness required in order to perform a variety of functions in a setting that may be stressful or change unexpectedly due to a patient's condition.
- Competence in both oral and written English and the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills to relate to patients with varying degrees of illness, staff, and visitors.
- Exceptional customer service skills essential.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
- Computer aptitude and knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- High school graduate or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Current American Heart Association BLS Certificate
- COVID-19 Vaccination Howard University Hospital requires all external applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. External Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination and, if offered, may elect to be vaccinated at a designated Howard University Hospital location.
Nice To Haves
- One year of secretarial experience, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the communications at the central desks in the Nursing Departments/Units and other locations as directed between the Nursing Departments/Units, and all other hospital and clinical and non-clinical staff, Departments and Units.
- Creates and timely maintains patient charts and other records.
- Works in accordance with Department/Unit and Hospital policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
- Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans offered (including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403B retirement plan)
- HRSA Loan Forgiveness available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
