Cardiology Secretary: Patient Census & Orders Clerk

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Secretary to transcribe physician orders and maintain patient census using the order entry system.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of healthcare-related experience, with strong computer and medical terminology skills. The successful candidate will manage patient records, assist with census updates, and perform department clerical duties with attention to detail and effective communication with patients and

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• 6 months to 1 year related healthcare experience.
• Basic computer skills and medical terminology knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to organize and prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physician orders using the order entry system accurately and promptly.
• Communicate patient/bed activity and pending needs per physician order.
• Order and monitor supply levels for department equipment.
• Maintain current and past patient records and census.
• Assign room numbers for new admissions and transfers; keep census updated.
• Perform clerical duties specific to the department.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Effective communication

Organization & detail orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Secretary to transcribe physician orders and maintain patient census using the order entry system.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of healthcare-related experience, with strong computer and medical terminology skills. The successful candidate will manage patient records, assist with census updates, and perform department clerical duties with attention to detail and effective communication with patients and