Unit Secretary, Nursing

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview:

Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of a nursing care unit. Executes a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner.

Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). or equivalent education/experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN

2 years prior experience providing clerical and administrative support.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of various medical terminology, procedures, views, and equipment.

Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.

Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Works independently, exercises sound judgment, and utilizes developed administrative skills

Able to demonstrate competent job performance and effective communication.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Saturday, Sunday

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $30.92 to $37.10 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled.

Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.