Patient Care Secretary

Job Title Patient Care Secretary Job Description The Patient Care Secretary is a skilled secretarial person whose job is to support the work of the Team Manager and who is generally responsible for accomplishing all patient care related clerical procedures. Responsibilities include screening telephone calls for the Team Manager, facilitating communication between patients/families and other team members, maintaining daily schedules for team members, attending weekly team meetings, establishing and maintaining patient charts, providing back-up documentation to the Billing Department, ordering D.M.E. and maintaining records, entering patient care and volunteer data, communicating with staff and outside agencies, maintaining a list of part-time staff, ordering supplies and documentation forms, handling routine correspondence, sorting and processing patient care mail, maintaining A.D.T. and checking census daily, covering for each other during short intervals of absence, and handling other tasks assigned by the Team Manager. Qualifications Preferred three years prior work experience, good typing skills, computer literacy, ability to handle multiple tasks, excellent communication skills, and good telephone skills. Education High school graduate or equivalent required. Special Instructions to Candidates EOE/AA M/F/D/V About Us VITAS Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission. All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heardfind your purpose at VITAS today. Benefits Include: - Competitive compensation - Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts- Life insurance- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit- Tuition Reimbursement- Paid Time Off- Employee Assistance Program- Legal Insurance- Roadside Assistance- Affinity Program Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends. Choose a Career with VITAS