Unit Secretary - ER
Job Shift: Rotate
Job Type: Part Time
The Unit Secretary performs general clerical duties on a nursing unit by preparing, compiling, and maintaining records in a hospital nursing unit.
- Records, transmits and/or files written and verbal communications to, from, and within the nursing unit to staff, patients, and physicians.
- Transcribes physicians’ orders.
- Schedules and signs patients in and out for surgery, treatments, or tests as indicated.
- Orders and stores unit supplies.
- Makes necessary phone calls for special orders for doctors, patients, or nurses.
- Maintains current and orderly chart files; assembles patients’ charts for transfers or discharges.
- Answers telephone or intercom; records and relays messages.
- Greets, directs, and instructs visitors as necessary.
- Assist physicians in locating patients’ charts and appropriate primary nurse.
- Prepares routine, confidential and/or special reports, documents, and records; assists with patient care/quality assurance audits.
Education:
- Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Required: Must be familiar with medical terminology and have experience with the use of a computer
- Preferred: Previous experience as a Unit Secretary
Certifications:
- Not Applicable.