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Virtua Health · 2 weeks ago

Unit Secretary, Pediatric Emergency Department, Part Time, 7pm-7am, Voorhees

Voorhees, NJ

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Virtua Health is a healthcare organization seeking a Unit Secretary for their Pediatric Emergency Department. The role involves performing clerical and secretarial duties, maintaining patient records, and assisting with patient flow and coordination.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Processes and maintains clerical information on unit

Responds to, screens and refers telephone messages and requests regarding patient information and unit operation to the appropriate personnel

Assists with coordination of patient flow, unit rounding, and visitor security

Maintains patient’s electronic medical record, ensures completeness and accuracy of patient charts and records, communicates consults by contacting providers, and facilitates admission, discharge, transfer status

Assists with coordination of patient flow including coordination of patient transportation to external facilities or discharge to home

Maintains supplies, equipment, and places orders for service, coordinating with Environmental Support Services as required

Qualification

Basic computer skillsMedical terminologySecretarial experienceMulti-taskingInterpersonal skills

Required

Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry), with ability to quickly learn and become proficient using Unit computer systems

Understanding / familiarity of medical terminology or ability to quickly learn in order to process and maintain accurate medical records

Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and courteously with customers and staff on all levels

Ability to multi-task effectively

High school graduate or equivalent