Clinical Secretary - Med Surg Telemetry

Saint Francis Health System; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa, Oklahoma is seeking a Clinical Secretary for Med Surg Telemetry. The role involves transcribing physician orders, updating patient census, and coordinating department clerical tasks in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, 6 months to 1 year of health-care experience, and solid computer and medical terminology skills. Work schedule is 7a-7p with rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months to 1 year of related work experience in a health care setting or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation and medical terminology.
• Effective written and oral communication; ability to organize and prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders using the order entry system accurately and timely.
• Communicates patient/bed activity and pending needs per physician order.
• Orders and monitors supply levels for department equipment.
• Maintains patient records and census information; assigns room numbers for admissions and transfers.
• Performs department clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal communication

Organization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Clinical Secretary - Med Surg Telemetry# Careers## Clinical Secretary - Med Surg TelemetryApply: South Campus - Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR33283**Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click** **HERE** **to login and apply.**Full TimeDays**Med Surg Telemetry****Full Time (Days)****Work Schedule: 7a-7p; Variable Including Rotating Weekends**Job Summary: The Clinical Secretary transcribes orders via computer for the purpose of maintaining, reporting and updating patient census. Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED. Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: None. Work Experience: 6 months to 1 year related work experience in a health care setting, educational equivalent or equivalent related work experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of computer operation techniques. Basic knowledge of medical terminology. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to be detail oriented as might be required in the examination of clinical and numerical data. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Transcribe physician orders utilizing order entry system in an accurate and timely manner. Communicates patient/bed activity and pending patient needs per physician order. Order and monitor supply level of department equipment. Maintains patient current and past patient records/information. Maintain an updated census via assigning room numbers for new patient admissions and transfers. Performs clerical duties specific to the department and as assigned. Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions involving non-routine problems under general supervision. Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Special Job Dimensions: None.Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.Medical/Surgical - South CampusLocation:Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133**EOE Protected Veterans/Disability**