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Description
- Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit.
- Prepares, compiles, and maintains patient and operational records in the nursing unit.
- Responds to, screens and refers telephone messages and requests regarding patient information and unit operation to the appropriate personnel.
- Assists with coordination of patient flow, unit rounding, and visitor security.
- Maintains patient’s electronic medical record, ensures completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, communicates consults by contacting providers, and facilitates admission, discharge, transfer status.
- Assists with coordination of patient flow including coordination of patient transportation to external facilities or discharge to home.
- Maintains supplies, equipment, and places orders for service, coordinating with Environmental Support Services as required.
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Requirements
- Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry)
- Ability to quickly learn and become proficient using Unit computer systems
- Understanding / familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task effectively
- 1-2 years secretarial or administrative assistant experience in a medical setting (preferred)
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Additional coursework in the medical support field (preferred)
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Benefits
- Medical/prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- 403(b) retirement plan (401(k) subject to collective bargaining)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
- Short-term disability
- Optional long-term disability
- Colleague and dependent life insurance
- Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance program including free counseling sessions