Unit Secretary - Med/Surg - Full Time - Nights
About The Position
The Unit Secretary provides clerical support for the functions of the clinical unit. The Unit Secretary receptionist duties include greeting visitors in a friendly manner, courteously answering the telephone and taking accurate messages, and maintaining communication with physicians, ancillary departments and supervisors. Enters and updates computer information. Assists in maintaining supplies for the unit. Ensures proper handling of patient charts from admission to transfer, to include assembly and disassembly, completion of orders, posting reports, maintenance of appropriate forms, and obtaining previous charts.
Requirements
- Computer skills
- Excellent telephone skills
- Ability to multitask
- High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a Unit Secretary
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Responsibilities
- Greeting visitors in a friendly manner
- Courteously answering the telephone and taking accurate messages
- Maintaining communication with physicians, ancillary departments and supervisors
- Entering and updating computer information
- Assisting in maintaining supplies for the unit
- Ensuring proper handling of patient charts from admission to transfer, to include assembly and disassembly, completion of orders, posting reports, maintenance of appropriate forms, and obtaining previous charts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
