Unit Secretary Full Time Days

Description

Job Summary

The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as receptionist for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean organized and safe environment.

Please note: This position requires availability to work 4 10-hour shifts per week. The shift is 5:30am - 4:00pm

Essential Functions

• Accurately enters orders into the computer system ensuring minimal shortages.
• Answers phones manages patient records schedules appointments and ensures accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Maintains patient charts and ensure labs consults and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly.
• Follows consult procedures accurately ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assists physicians with labs and patient lists.
• Prioritizes tasks effectively handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g. STAT x-rays repairs).
• Greets and assists patients coordinates admissions discharges and transfers and facilitates patient requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Unit Secretary course or Medical Terminology course preferred
• 0-2 years of receptionist or secretarial training required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Adept at learning new technologies to perform data entry manage calendars and create reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other office-related software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Builds strong relationships at the facility with core customer base (nurses physicians core team members etc.) and facility leadership

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required

As a core employee with East Georgia Regional Medical Center you will be eligible for competitive base pay night shift incentives and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance dental vision 401K PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs. Apply to learn more!

Required Experience:

Junior IC