UNIT SECRETARY - EMERGENCY ROOM - PT VARIES

UNIT SECRETARY - EMERGENCY ROOM - PT VARIES

Job Location: Maryville, IL

Position Type: Part Time (60 Hours)

Salary Range: $15.75 - $23.50 Hourly

Job Shift: Varies

Description

Job Summary: Performs clerical duties for the unit including charting, filing, and transcription of orders. Coordinates unit communications such as telephone, patient, visitor, ancillary departments, and physician staff. Involves use of computer. Assists in maintaining a well-organized and functional unit. Performance expectations are defined in the competency evaluation.

Service and Quality Standards:

1. Service: Is customer focused, anticipates customer needs, adheres to customer service standards, demonstrates competent, caring, and compassionate behavior.
2. People: Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information, is positive in interactions, promotes a harassment-free environment, and acts in accordance with hospital policies.
3. Quality: Is excellent in patient care and service, demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation, supports performance improvement, and meets mandatory educational requirements.
4. Growth: Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision, supports hospital initiatives, and fosters team cooperation.
5. Finance: Is a good steward of hospital resources, develops efficient work methods, and conserves organizational resources.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Performs clerical/secretarial duties in a timely and accurate manner.
2. Performs effective communication.
3. Maintains equipment, supplies, and records to facilitate unit organization.
4. Performs ongoing chart reconciliation.

Qualifications

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of a unit secretary course at an accredited school.

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Experience Requirements: Two years clerical/secretarial experience in a hospital setting acceptable in lieu of certification per discretion of unit director.

Working Conditions:

Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.