Birth Center Unit Secretary — Night-Shift, Part-Time

IHA; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with clerical and receptionist duties, transcription of physician orders, and patient record maintenance. Schedule includes evenings on a 12-hour night shift; 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week) with weekend and holiday rotation.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to function under frequent interruptions while delivering compassionate patient-centered service in line

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; clerical and computer experience desired.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders and enter orders into the computer.
• Maintain patient medical records and assemble admission/discharge charts.
• Answer telephone calls, screen visitors, and relay messages to staff.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and therapies for patients and assist with billing documentation.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and ensure supplies are stocked.

Skills

Clerical skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Reception duties

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Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the nursing unit with clerical and receptionist duties, transcription of physician orders, and patient record maintenance. Schedule includes evenings on a 12-hour night shift; 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week) with weekend and holiday rotation.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to function under frequent interruptions while delivering compassionate patient-centered service in line