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MUSC Health · 2 weeks ago

Pediatric Critical Care Unit Secretary

Charleston

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Medical University of South Carolina is a healthcare institution, and they are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Unit Secretary. This role involves performing clerical work related to the nurses’ station, handling communications, processing physician’s orders, and maintaining charts and records.

Health CareHospitalMedical

No H1B

Responsibilities

The Unit Secretary on the PICU Unit reports to the Nurse Manager

Under general supervision, the Unit Secretary is accountable for performance of clerical work related to the nurses’ station

This position serves in the receptionist role at the nursing station; handles incoming and outgoing communications; processes physician’s orders; and maintains charts, records, supplies and, equipment

The Unit Secretary accurately performs computer related tasks

Qualification

Basic Life Support (BLS)Medical terminologyKeyboarding skillsClerical workEffective communication

Required

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required

Basic keyboarding skills required

Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 2 weeks of hire

Must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider

Ability to perform job functions while standing

Ability to perform job functions while sitting

Ability to perform job functions while walking

Ability to climb stairs

Ability to work indoors

Ability to work from elevated areas

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions

Ability to bend at the waist

Ability to squat and perform job functions

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders

Ability to reach in all directions

Possess good finger dexterity

Ability to fully use both legs

Ability to fully use both hands/arms

Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted

Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted

Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance

Ability to match or discriminate between colors

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception

Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements

Ability to work in a latex safe environment

Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions

Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function

Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required

Preferred

medical terminology preferred

Company

MUSC Health

MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.

Founded in 1824

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

10001+ employees