Clinical Secretary - Med Surg Telemetry

Saint Francis Hospital South, L.L.C.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital South, L.L.C. is seeking a Clinical Secretary to transcribe physician orders and maintain census data. The role requires basic computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong communication abilities.

You will support patient care by keeping accurate records and coordinating with care teams. Minimum education is a High School Diploma or GED, with 6 months to 1 year in a healthcare setting preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 1 year of related health care experience or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation techniques.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders using the order entry system accurately and promptly.
• Communicates patient/bed activity and pending needs per physician order.
• Orders and monitors supplies for department equipment.
• Maintains current and past patient records and census data.
• Assigns room numbers for new admissions and transfers to maintain census.
• Performs clerical duties specific to the department.

Skills

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Organization & prioritization

Detail orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule

Full Time Days 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.

Location

Medical/Surgical - South Campus Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133

EEO Statement

Protected Veterans/Disability. Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit Health system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are the largest private employer in Eastern Oklahoma with over 12,000 employees, including 1,000 physicians. The health system is anchored by the 1,112-bed Saint Francis Hospital, the largest hospital in Oklahoma and the 11th largest in the nation. Our system also includes hospitals in south Tulsa, Muskogee and Vinita, as well as 110 Warren Clinic locations from Monkey Island to McAlester, northeastern Oklahoma's only children's hospital, a level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a 168-bed heart hospital, and Tulsa's leading trauma and emergency center.