ER Unit Secretary - Hospital Admin & Patient Support

UMass Memorial Health; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Groton, CT seeks a non-exempt unit clerk to support the patient care unit with clerical and clinical duties. You will assemble patient records, transcribe orders, and facilitate communications, under supervision of the Nurse Director.

Requirements include a High School diploma/GED, strong computer and interpersonal skills, and the ability to follow complex instructions. Hospital setting experience and Meditech familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Courses in medical terminology preferred.
• Computer skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills.
• Experience in a hospital or health care setting preferred.
• Experience with Meditech computer system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical functions on the patient care unit and/or other patient care areas as assigned.
• Assembles patient records and files/documents patient information.
• Maintains up-to-date records and transcribes orders accurately.
• Initiates orders via order entry system and coordinates unit activities.
• Answers telephone politely and relays messages promptly.
• Greets and directs visitors and staff from other departments.
• Receives, stocks, and manages inventory of forms and supplies.
• Performs administrative duties as requested by the manager.

Skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

Meditech

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Groton, CT seeks a non-exempt unit clerk to support the patient care unit with clerical and clinical duties. You will assemble patient records, transcribe orders, and facilitate communications, under supervision of the Nurse Director.

Requirements include a High School diploma/GED, strong computer and interpersonal skills, and the ability to follow complex instructions. Hospital setting experience and Meditech familiarity are preferred.