Unit Secretary - Cardiac

Conifer Health Solutions•Goodyear, AZ

About The Position

Provides support to hospital patient care units by attending nursing stations and performing clerical, reception, and other assigned services. Provides clerical and unit support functions to promote an organized, efficient, and smoothly functioning unit.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to use a phone and fax.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology.
One year of experience in a hospital setting.
CPR certification/registration.

Responsibilities

Maintains patient records.
Assists with patient admission coordination.
Transcribes and inputs physicians’ orders and patient information in a timely and accurate manner.
Notifies the nurse of orders requiring immediate attention and of completed stat, abnormal, and diagnostic test results.
Screens and delivers phone calls and mail to the appropriate individual.
Greets and directs patients, visitors, physicians, and employees upon arrival to the department.
Communicates issues or concerns to the appropriate individual.
Assesses and prioritizes a rapidly changing workload.
Completes work in a timely manner.
Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
Performs other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.