Unit Secretary at KINDRED REHAB GROUP MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Terminology, Clerical Support, Patient Scheduling, Medical Record Management, Interpersonal Skills, Confidentiality, Emergency Response, Teamwork

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery. Job Summary Provides clerical support and services to meet the specific needs of the Unit. Essential Functions Performs clerical functions for the nursing unit within the unit secretary's sphere of responsibility. Answers the telephone, take messages and communicates messages to the appropriate person in a timely manner. Answers call lights and communicates messages to the appropriate person in a timely manner. Under direction of a nurse, schedules patient tests, procedures and activities. Prepares admission charts/records. Assemble charts for new admissions with all appropriate forms. Labels chart with correct patient and physician information. Processes patient orders as appropriate. Processes patient discharge orders. Make copy of medical record for accepting facility as required by policy. Disassembles patient chart and sends chart to medical records after patient discharge. Orders supplies under direction of the nurse manager or charge nurse. Assist physicians as needed. Prepares and keeps current census sheets. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected. Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications None Experience 1 year recent Unit Secretary and Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting preferred.

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Responsibilities

Provides clerical and administrative support for the nursing unit, including managing phone calls, call lights, and patient scheduling. Responsible for preparing admission charts, processing discharge orders, and maintaining census sheets.