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University of Michigan Health-West · 12 hours ago

Clinical Secretary II - Observation Unit * Nights - 36hrs/wk

Wyoming, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Clinical Secretary II to serve as the focal communication point in the Observation Unit. The role involves clerical and receptionist activities, monitoring cardiac telemetry screens, and ensuring efficient patient care delivery through effective communication and coordination.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Maintain the integrity of each patient’s medical record

Communicating orders and information to other departments via the appropriate method (phone, fax, pneumatic tube system, computer message); scheduling procedures with outside agencies; initiating appropriate forms for admission, discharge, transfer and consultation for use by other healthcare team members; placing orders for special equipment and supplies; processing charges and credits for ordered supplies and equipment; and continually reviewing unprocessed orders

Maintain current patient information to facilitate efficient and safe patient care delivery

Assist internal and external customers who enter or call the department

Monitor cardiac telemetry screens for changes in rate and rhythm and respond appropriately

Maintain a clean, safe and efficient workstation for all members of the healthcare team to facilitate flow of patient care activities; maintaining adequate quantities of forms, supplies, and equipment; and maintaining equipment in the proper working order

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Registered Nurse in charge to facilitate department efficiency

Participate on department or hospital committees as requested

Attend and participate in inservices and meetings related to job description

Demonstrate flexibility in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts

Participate in temporary assignment measures, including floating to other departments and working various shifts

Qualification

Medical terminologyCardiac dysrhythmia interpretationTypingData entryCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

High School diploma or GED required

Typing, word processing, data entry experience required

Excellent customer service skills and communication skills (oral and written) required

Ability to organize, prioritize and perform duties in an independent manner with little supervision required

Ability to adjust to constant changing working situations required

Competence in basic cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation required, will train

Preferred

Minimum one year work experience in hospital or business setting-preferred

Proficiency with medical terminology-preferred

Company

University of Michigan Health-West

University of Michigan Health-West is a nonprofit multispecialty medical provider that is relentlessly advancing health to serve West Michigan as part of the state’s top-ranked health system.

Founded in 1942

Wyoming, Michigan, US

1001-5000 employees

https://uofmhealthwest.org

H1B Sponsorship

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