Unit Secretary, 1 Central Cardiac/Vascular PCU

Part-Time 3:00pm-11:30pm 16hrs/week Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits. Unit Secretary, 1 Central Cardiac/Vascular Progressive Care Unit Part-Time 3:00pm-11:30pm 16hrs/week Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits. Summary Performs and coordinates a variety of clerical duties, particularly in connection with preparing, compiling and maintaining of patient records; functions as a receptionist and communication link within a patient-care area. Supports the patient care team by performing multifunctional activities under the direction of Registered Nurse, and patient care support duties related to environmental, dietary, transportation, supplies, and light maintenance activities. Formal Education Required High school level coursework in English grammar, composition, and basic mathematics Experience And Training Required Six (6) months of either direct patient care experience or clerical office experience which has provided knowledge of utilizing a computer to access information. Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course or equivalent and a score of 70% or greater on a screening medical terminology test. Other Skills, Competencies And Qualifications Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity Knowledge of computer keyboard and comfort using windows based software systems. Ability to work well within a team environment by accepting and offering honest and constructive feedback; by supporting team goals and encouraging other team members; and by collaborating with patient care team members to consolidate work, solve problems, create new methods, and/or reduce costs Ability to understand and carry out the vision of patient care at Summa: to create a patient care environment which is focused on the needs and expectations of the patient, our customer Ability to be self-directed in executing responsibilities within a team structure and ability to take initiative to contribute beyond the scope of formal duties (e.g., suggesting innovative ideas and providing feedback on a team's direction) Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in meeting environmental constraints and demands placed on services as is common with changing reimbursement and managed care targets. Good organizational skills Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and other health care professionals in exchanging information and assisting with patient care Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the customer service policy Level Of Physical Demands Heavy: Exerts 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or ten to 20 pounds of force continuously to move objects. Exposure to blood, body fluids and sharps; risks of falls, strains, contagious diseases, etc. due to location within a health care environment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled $17.43/hr - $20.92/hr The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical. Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits. Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Supplemental Life and AD&D Dependent Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare and Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Education Assistance Daily Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr Summa Health