Unit Secretary Days

Job description

Job Summary The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks. The Unit Secretary functions as receptionist for the unit and assists the patient care team while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment. Essential Functions: - Accurately enters orders into the computer system, ensuring minimal shortages. - Answers phones, manages patient records, schedules appointments, and ensures accurate documentation in the electronic medical records (EMR) system. - Maintains patient charts and ensure labs, consults, and reports are retrieved and distributed promptly. - Follows consult procedures accurately, ensuring physicians are notified and patient names are listed correctly. Assists physicians with labs and patient lists. - Prioritizes tasks effectively, handling STAT orders and urgent needs immediately (e.g., STAT x-rays, repairs). - Greets and assists patients, coordinates admissions, discharges, and transfers, and facilitates patient requests. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Maintains regular and reliable attendance. - Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications: - Completion of a Unit Secretary...