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JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute · 1 month ago

UNIT SECRETARY - OPERATING ROOM - PT WEEKEND DAYS WITH BENEFITS

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to improving patient lives and fostering a supportive work environment. They are seeking a Unit Secretary for the Operating Room, responsible for assisting physicians and nurses, maintaining patient documentation, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for patient care.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Assistance: Performs and aids the physician and nurse with a variety of treatments and patient care procedures
Communication: Reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor and gives a general report on all patients at the end of each shift. Reports vital signs and records accurately and within a timely manner
Documentation: Observes, reports and records patient care, symptoms, treatments and reactions following approved policies and procedures of the institution
In-service: Assists and participates in in-service education
Patient Area Maintenance: Maintains a clean environment in patient rooms and work area
Patient Observation: Notifies RN of changes in patient condition in a timely manner and documents appropriately
Personal Care: Performs and/or assists patients with personal care activities, such as baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene. Provides specific patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or other designated individuals
Teaching: Contributes to patient and family teaching while performing procedures as instructed
Other Duties: Performs other tasks or special assignments as necessary to maintain proper operations and patient care. Completes other duties as assigned and demonstrates flexibility with job responsibilities in all areas
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior

Qualification

Medical vocabulary proficiencyComputer skillsSecretarial course completionMedical terminology courseCommunication skills

Required

High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs
Proficiency with medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms

Preferred

Completion of a Secretarial course and/or a Medical terminology course
Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits

Company

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute

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Offering New Jersey’s most comprehensive rehabilitation services, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is a 94-bed facility located in Edison, NJ, serving residents of the tristate area for more than 40 years.

Funding

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Late Stage
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