Unit Secretary - ACE

OakBend Medical Center • Richmond, TX

19d

About The Position

The Unit Secretary provides clerical support for the functions of the clinical unit. 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. The role enters and updates computer information and assists in maintaining unit supplies. It also ensures proper handling of patient charts from admission through transfer, including assembly and disassembly, completion of orders, posting reports, maintaining 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 a high school diploma or GED will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Unit Secretary.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for the clinical unit.
• Greet visitors in a friendly manner.
• Answer the telephone courteously and take accurate messages.
• Maintain communication with physicians, ancillary departments, and supervisors.
• Enter and update computer information.
• Assist in maintaining supplies for the unit.
• Handle patient charts from admission through transfer, including assembly and disassembly, completion of orders, posting reports, maintenance of appropriate forms, and obtaining previous charts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED