Unit Secretary- Trauma Surgical ICU Job at COOPER PEDIATRICS in Camden

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our professionals are continually discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We offer competitive rates and compensation programs for full- and part-time employees, including a comprehensive benefits program (health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement). We provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

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Short Description

Assumes responsibility for record keeping, and intra-departmental and inter-departmental communications.

Overview

The Trauma/Surgical ICU (TSICU) is a 28-bed critical care unit specializing in the care of trauma patients or those undergoing complex surgeries requiring close monitoring and care. Patients are admitted directly from the ED, the Ross Trauma Admitting Area, or the operating room. Patients in this unit include those with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, rib fractures and lung injuries, and diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring. Many patients in the TSICU are polytrauma cases with injuries involving more than one body system. Common surgical patients include those undergoing Whipple procedures, esophagectomies, gastrostomies, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. The unit is staffed with registered nurses, critical care technicians, trauma surgery nurse practitioners, resident physicians and attending trauma surgeons. Staff also work closely with respiratory therapy and surgical groups such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. Nurses and critical care technicians in this area receive education specific to the care of the trauma patient.

Experience Required

• Previous hospital unit secretary, medical office assistant or medical records experience preferred.
• Additional unit-specific qualification may be required.
• Clerical, communication and customer service experience a plus.

Computer literate, comfortable with Microsoft Office software.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Unit Secretary certification is desirable.

Special Requirements

Full-time nights, 36 hours a week

Hours: 7p–7a