Unit Secretary at Community Health System

Palmer, Alaska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Terminology, Data Entry, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office Suite, HIPAA Compliance, Patient Coordination, Clerical Tasks, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail, Calendar Management, Report Creation, Patient Record Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as receptionist for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment. Essential Functions * Accurately enters orders into the computer system, ensuring minimal shortages. * Answers phones, manages patient records, schedules appointments, and ensures accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system. * Maintains patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly. * Follows consult procedures accurately, ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assists physicians with labs and patient lists. * Prioritizes tasks effectively, handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g., STAT x-rays, repairs). * Greets and assists patients, coordinates admissions, discharges, and transfers, and facilitates patient requests. * Performs other duties as assigned. * Maintains regular and reliable attendance. * Complies 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

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Responsibilities

The Unit Secretary performs clerical tasks and acts as the unit receptionist to support the patient care team. Key duties include managing patient records, entering orders into the computer system, and coordinating admissions and discharges.