Unit Secretary - Medical/Surgical 2:30 - 11:00P

Job Specifications/Qualifications

Basic computer skill requires

One year clerical experience preferred

Experience in a health care setting preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

This position does not require any certifications/ licenses/registries

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Maintains patient chart/record

• Ensures that required forms are replenished daily and prn in patient charts.

• Reviews charts daily for correct patient identification and proper order of forms.

• Accurately processes orders, charges and patient information in to the computer.

• Prepares patient charts for Medical Records Department on discharge patients.

Performs clerical and receptionist duties.

• Ensures an appropriate level of forms, supplies and equipment on a daily basis, as

indicated by availability to staff.

• Maintains clean and neat work area.

• Facilitates the procurement, storage and return of past medical records.

• Demonstrates competency in using the computer system. (I.e. physician orders, supplies, ancillary service requests and appointment.

• Answers telephone/call lights promptly using appropriate communication skills to screen calls, record and route calls and messages to appropriate department(s)

• Responds appropriately to patent and family request.

Supportive Services

• Acts as a courier between the unit/department and other ancillary departments as needed to meet daily unit/department requirements.

• Informs appropriate department of defective equipment.

• Demonstrates knowledge of role in emergency situations and reacts appropriately.

Professional Performance

• Learns and practices cost effective use of supplies.

• Utilizes available communication tools (e-mail, staff meetings, and bulletin boards) toremain informed.

• Consistently demonstrates that new knowledge and skills gained from education are incorporated into actual practice.

• Completes 100% of required staff education classes.

• Attends 80% of the staff meetings.

• Shares knowledge and expertise with nursing staff and other members of the health

care team.