Unit Secretary, CCU, Part time , Camden

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Days vary depending on unit needs. Includes every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday) and every other holiday.

Performs clerical and secretarial duties on the unit. Prepares, compiles, and maintains patient and operational records in the nursing unit.

• Processes and maintains clerical information on 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.

• Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry) with ability to quickly learn and become proficient using unit computer systems.
• Understanding / familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn to process and maintain accurate medical records.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and courteously with customers and staff on all levels.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• 1–2 years of secretarial or administrative assistant experience in a medical setting is preferred.

High school graduate or equivalent.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part‑time
• Job function:
  Administrative
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care