Unit Secretary - Emergency Department - Tipton Hospital - PRN

Job Description

Overview

Are you looking for an exciting career? Do you want to work on an outstanding team? Then we have the job for you. We are looking to fill a PRN Unit Secretary position with our Emergency Department at Tipton Hospital. This position will work rotating shifts.

The Unit Secretary ensures accurate and complete information is received from patient to facilitate coordination and communication between physician, unit staff, and ancillary departments. They schedule daily tests and procedures, maintains comprehensive up-to-date record of all patient tests and procedures, and signs patients in and out of unit. They provide receptionist functions for the unit and alerts unit management to issues or needs within the unit regarding policies, procedures, or practices. They perform all clerical duties associated with supporting the Patient Care Unit.

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• Completion of Medical Assistant, Medical Secretary classes, or equivalent experience preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA preferred.

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a health care setting preferred.

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

• Must be able to complete required (if applicable) training program.

• Requires basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.