Administrative Assistant (Emergency Department) 7a-4p

Cvhealth; Sylacauga (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health & Dental Insurance Day One

Flexible Schedule Options

Flexible Pay; No More Waiting For Pay

Job summary

Coosa Valley Medical Center in Sylacauga, AL, is seeking an Administrative Assistant who will support the Nurse Manager and keep the unit running smoothly.

You will transcribe orders, answer phones, greet visitors, assist with admissions and discharges, and maintain a professional desk area. Requires 4-6 weeks on-the-job training and ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Reads, writes and performs simple arithmetic.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Typing speed of about 20 wpm.
• 2–3 years of clerical experience preferred.
• Experience with computer operations including order entry.
• Familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Admin assistant supports Nurse Manager and unit operations.
• Transcribes physician orders, answers calls, greets visitors, assists admissions/discharges and keeps desk organized.

Skills

Typing 20 wpm

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Clerical experience

EMR knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Order entry systems

Job description

A little about us.....

Coosa Valley Medical Center (CVMC) is a progressive health care organization that believes in quality patient care and values their team members. Below is an exciting opportunity to work with the amazing team at CVMC.

Why Coosa Valley Medical Center?

• Competitive Compensation
• Health & Dental Insurance Day One
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Flexible Pay; No More Waiting For Pay Day

A little about the job....

• Administrative Assistant functions under direction of Nurse Manager or designee and assists in maintaining a smooth functioning unit.
• Administrative Assistanttranscribes physician orders, answers telephone, greets and assists people who arrive on unit, assists with admissions and discharges and maintains desk area as an efficient work area.

Qualifications for the job...

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Must be able to read, write and perform simple arithmetic calculations at a level acquired through a high school education. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must type 20 w.p.m.
• Two to three years of experience in a clerical position with similar requirements preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of computer operations to include order entry as well as basic operational experience preferred.
• Work requires four to six weeks on-the-job training to acquire necessary familiarity with department policies, procedures and forms.
• Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to effectively and cordially interact with patients, families, physicians, and other health team members.
• Must be able to accurately and effectively use current EMR. Position requires the ability to work in a stressful environment.