Unit Secretary - Telemetry Med Surg

CALVERTHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Full Time , Day Shift , Day

Salary Range $15.45 - $21.60

Performs general clerical duties by preparing, compiling and maintaining records on a nursing unit.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED.

None Specified

1–2 years of related experience preferred.

Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.

Successful completion of Unit Secretary Orientation

Answers phones, relays /dispatches messages to other staff &/or departments as appropriate.

Manages the central desk area of the nursing unit – directs staff, physicians and customers as needed.

Assists in answering the patient call system and contacts the appropriate staff person.

Orders supplies under the direction of the unit director

Maintains patient records, including preparing and compiling records, filing and copying as needed. Prepares admission charts and breaks down discharge charts in accordance with Medical Record protocol

Additional Information:

• Calvert Health (CH) offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to enhance the physical, financial, and personal well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive package includes health insurance options for individuals and families, dental and prescription coverage, as well as supplemental vision benefits, all available starting on the first day of the month following your hire date.
• Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability insurance, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, Supplemental Life insurance, six paid holidays with additional floating holiday, education assistance, free parking, discounted meals, and options for FSA/HSA. Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued hourly each pay period, allowing full-time employees (working 40 hours per week) to accumulate approximately 145 hours of PTO annually.
  
  Employees working fewer hours will have their PTO accrued on a pro-rated basis. 403(b) Plan with employer match available.