Med-Surg Unit Secretary: Records & Care Coordination

capecodhc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

capecodhc in Hyannis, MA seeks a Medical Secretary/Medical Receptionist to manage forms, requisitions, and communications needed to implement orders. You will maintain accurate patient records in the EMR, assist with transfers, and support the discharge process and PCP follow-ups.

Ideal candidates will have strong English literacy, knowledge of healthcare informatics systems, and completion of medical terminology coursework.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Familiarity with healthcare informatics systems.
• Completion of medical terminology course or pass challenge exam.

Responsibilities

• Completes necessary forms, requisitions and communications to implement orders.
• Maintains patient records in the EMR and within hospital policies.
• Assists with patient transfers between units and to external facilities.
• Assists with discharge processes and scheduling PCP follow-up appointments.
• Responds professionally to internal and external inquiries.
• Uses Nurse Locator and patient call systems to ensure timely communication.
• Keeps patient charts organized per policy.
• Represents hospital with confidentiality in community interactions.
• Maintains supplies and adheres to safety policies.
• Delivers service excellence to patients and staff.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

English proficiency

Healthcare informatics

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Medical terminology course

Tools

Nurse Locator

EMR system

Job description

capecodhc in Hyannis, MA seeks a Medical Secretary/Medical Receptionist to manage forms, requisitions, and communications needed to implement orders. You will maintain accurate patient records in the EMR, assist with transfers, and support the discharge process and PCP follow-ups.

Ideal candidates will have strong English literacy, knowledge of healthcare informatics systems, and completion of medical terminology coursework.