Partners Healthcare System Northampton , MA 01060
Posted 6 days ago
Cooley Dickinson is the hospital for individuals to learn, grow and accelerate their career. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.
About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.
Accolades and Recognition
Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 5-star rating
The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Excellence
Human Rights Campaign Foundation LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)
Baby-Friendly USA designated Baby-Friendly Hospital,
Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the country's Best Maternity Hospitals
Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive 'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award
Our Benefits
In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:
Job Responsibilities
The Unit Secretary is responsible for performing a variety of administrative tasks to record, verify, and receive patient, unit, and hospital information reflecting admissions, transfers, discharges, patient data, patient census, and related data. The Unit Secretary participates in maintaining necessary supplies and equipment and supports patient care on the unit by participating in hourly rounding, assisting with answering call bells, communicating specific care needs to the clinical staff, passing meal trays, and setting up meal trays. The Unit Secretary may function as patient care observer to monitor for patient safety in situations where 1:1 observations are required. When in this role, patient care needs will be communicated and met by other members of the clinical care team.
This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
This position reports to the Nurse Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
High school diploma or equivalent required
One (1) to three (3) years secretarial experience preferred
Health care experience preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required
Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required
Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required
Demonstrated positive customer service skills and ability to work as a team required
Demonstrated ability to focus and provide attention to detail required
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