Job Title: Unit Secretary, EMERGENCY
Overview: We are seeking a skilled Unit Secretary to join our team in the Emergency Department. As a Unit Secretary, you will be responsible for performing clerical duties related to patient records, acting as a receptionist and communication link within the patient-care area, and supporting the patient care team with various tasks.
About the Role: The successful candidate will have six months of patient care or clerical office experience, with computer access knowledge. They will also need to have successfully completed a Medical Terminology course with a score of 70% or higher. Proficiency with computer keyboards and Windows-based software is essential, as well as strong teamwork, communication, organizational skills, and adaptability. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, proactive, and capable of providing constructive feedback. Additionally, they must be able to understand and promote patient-centered care aligned with our vision.
Responsibilities:
* Performing clerical duties related to patient records
* Acting as a receptionist and communication link within the patient-care area
* Supporting the patient care team with environmental, dietary, transportation, supplies, and light maintenance tasks
Requirements:
* High school coursework in English grammar, composition, and basic mathematics
* Six months of patient care or clerical office experience with computer access knowledge
* Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course with a score of 70% or higher
* Ability to interact effectively with diverse patient populations, respecting their dignity
* Proficiency with computer keyboards and Windows-based software
* Strong teamwork, communication, organizational skills, and adaptability
* Ability to understand and promote patient-centered care aligned with our vision
* Self-directed, proactive, and capable of providing constructive feedback
Benefits: Our organization offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and additional perks. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. The salary for this role is $17.26/hr - $20.71/hr, based on experience and location. The employment type is part-time, and the industry is hospitals and healthcare.