CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER
3S Unit Secretary FT Week Days
CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Job Summary
The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as reception for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment. Essential Functions
Accurately enter orders into the computer system, ensuring minimal shortages. Answer phones, manage patient records, schedule appointments, and ensure accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system. Maintain patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly. Follow consult procedures accurately, ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assist physicians with labs and patient lists. Prioritize tasks effectively, handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g., STAT x-rays, repairs). Greet and assist patients, coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers, and facilitate patient requests. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Comply 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. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Administrative Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as reception for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment. Essential Functions
Accurately enter orders into the computer system, ensuring minimal shortages. Answer phones, manage patient records, schedule appointments, and ensure accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system. Maintain patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly. Follow consult procedures accurately, ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assist physicians with labs and patient lists. Prioritize tasks effectively, handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g., STAT x-rays, repairs). Greet and assist patients, coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers, and facilitate patient requests. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Comply 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. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Administrative Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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