Description
Summary:
The Unit Secretary maintains efficient operation of nursing unit by assessing and maintaining supplies, promoting effective communication, both external and internal, accurate transcription, and transmission of physician orders through order management system.
Responsibilities:
- Greeting and directing visitors, relaying information and messages to patients and medical staff, facilitating communication between the care unit and other healthcare providers
- Answering telephones, distributing mail, preparing and filing paperwork, and ordering and storing supplies
- Maintaining and updating patient records; preparing admission and discharge paperwork
- Filing test and lab reports within medical records
- Coordinating patient services by scheduling tests, treatments, and consultations for patients and arranging for patient transfers
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic Computer Knowledge
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
- Complete training and evaluation for Order Management.
Experience
- Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.
Work Schedule:
3PM - 11PM
Work Type:
Full Time