Unit Secretary - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Full-Time - DAYS

divh2Medical Transcriptionist/h2pCapital Health is the regions leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region./ppCapital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates./ppThe listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time)./pp$17.00 - $20.85/ppScheduled Weekly Hours: 40/ppPosition Overview/pulliTranscribes physicians orders accurately and in a timely manner./liliGenerates and maintains tools necessary for patient care (Kardex, MAR, Nursing Flowsheets, and other treatment sheets)./liliCreates, maintains, and terminates patient charts in compliance with Medical Records guidelines. Obtains and files test results, lab reports, and treatments in charts. Ensures the integrity of the medical record, including patient identification on all chart forms. Maintains chart forms in correct placement in the chart behind the correct chart tab. Guarantees that all chart documents are placed in the chart in preparation for transfer or discharge. Returns old records to medical record department upon discharge. Sends thinned charts to new unit upon transfer or discharge./liliMaintains patient census and status boards, log books, and computer databases, ensuring that date and records are current and accurate./liliCopies records and other information as needed./liliEnsures unit is appropriately supplied with the necessary forms and supplies on order for unit to run smoothly. Expedites the delivery of materials and supplies by preparing orders, tracking the processing of paperwork, and following up with the appropriate parties on a timely basis./liliPrepares unit charges as appropriate for specific unit needs. Performs other duties as assigned; willingness to adapt to changing department demands./liliAnswers and places telephone calls timely. Takes accurate and complete messages. Pages personnel, other departments, and physicians, as needed on a timely basis./liliFacilitates the movement of patients into and out of the unit and keeps the Charge nurse informed of patients to be discharged or transferred. Coordinates with patient transport and admission personnel regarding admissions and transfers as needed./liliProvides non-clinical information (e.g. directions to a department, location of a patients room, identification of assigned nurse) to patients, family members, visitors, staff and physicians./liliMonitors communication in the nursing station to protect patient confidentiality./liliSchedules timely diagnostic tests and lab work as prescribed by nursing and medical staff./liliAssists in answering call bells and communicating specific patient needs to staff efficiently./liliHandles medication deliveries from Pharmacy and places medications in appropriate medication storage area./li/ulh2Minimum Requirements/h2ulliEducation: High school diploma or GED./liliExperience: One year of experience or training in a secretarial role or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing school or medical professional healthcare program./liliKnowledge and Skills: English speaking skills. Basic organizational and reception skills./liliSpecial Training: Knowledge of medical terminology. Transcription skills./liliMental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Customer focused./li/ulh2Physical Demands and Work Environment/h2ulliFrequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion/liliOccasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Squat/kneel/crawl/liliContinuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear/liliLifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 35 lbs./liliSensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing/liliAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter/li/ulpThis position is eligible for the following benefits:/pulliMedical Plan/liliPrescription drug coverage In-House Employee Pharmacy/liliDental Plan/liliVision Plan/liliFlexible Spending Account (FSA)/liliHealthcare FSA/liliDependent Care FSA/liliRetirement Savings and Investment Plan/liliBasic Group Term Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (ADD) Insurance/liliSupplemental Group Term Life Accidental Death Dismemberment Insurance/liliDisability Benefits Long Term Disability (LTD)/liliDisability Benefits Short Term Disability (STD)/liliEmployee Assistance Program/liliCommuter Transit/liliCommuter Parking/liliSupplemental Life Insurance/liliVoluntary Life Spouse/liliVoluntary Life Employee/liliVoluntary Life Child/liliVoluntary Legal Services/liliVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance/liliVoluntary Identity Theft Insurance/liliVoluntary Pet Insurance/liliPaid Time-Off Program/li/ul/div