Monitor Secretary - Medical Surgical Telemetry (4 North) - Part Time 12 Hours Variable Shift (U[...]

Keck Medicine of USC; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Monitor Secretary for its Medical Surgical Telemetry unit. This part-time role involves vital responsibilities such as monitoring cardiac rhythms, assisting with patient transport, and providing exceptional administrative support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, ensuring high standards of patient care and satisfaction. If you are passionate about healthcare and possess strong communication skills, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a positive patient experience while working alongside a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; prefer one-year secretarial experience in acute care.
• Basic Life Support and Arrhythmia Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls, observe cardiac screens, and assist with patient admissions/discharges.
• Communicate changes in patient’s cardiac rhythm to the RN immediately.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Non-Verbal Communication

Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital Charge System

Computer Systems for Order Entry

Job description

Monitor Secretary - Medical Surgical Telemetry (4 North) - Part Time 12 Hours Variable Shift (Union, Non-Exempt)

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Position Summary

The monitor secretary functions as the department receptionist by answering calls, observing cardiac screens, and assisting with the administrative requirements for admitting and discharging patients from the department. The Monitor Secretary applies effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and to support a positive work environment. The Monitor Secretary demonstrates the ability to function within an interdisciplinary team to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Job Functions and Core Responsibilities

• The Monitor Secretary is accountable to the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, and/or the Director.
• Assists with transportation and/or discharge of patients and other indirect patient care duties as appropriate.
• Correctly interprets cardiac rhythms, conferring with appropriate resources on borderline cases. Communicates and documents changes in patient’s cardiac rhythm with immediate communication to the RN of all significant changes. Runs strips per unit routine, PRN, and in emergency situations.
• Correctly utilizes the hospital charge system and helps identify nursing charges.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Effectively organizes and prioritizes workflow while maintaining a quiet, clean, and professional environment. Maintains unit supplies, forms, and manuals.
• Performs receptionist functions for the department. Answers all telephone lines and patient calls promptly and politely taking accurate messages as appropriate.
• Remains aware of current census and maintains accurate documentation on admissions, transfers, and discharges communicating changes in a timely manner.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
• Uses the computer system for order entry and to assist the health team in obtaining needed information. Prints reports as required.

Job Requirements

Education Minimum (Required): High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience Preferred (Not required): Prefer minimum of one-year secretarial experience in an acute care hospital setting, strongly preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Minimum (Required):

• Basic Life Support
• Arrhythmia Certificate

Pay Range

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 – $26.73. The University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers various factors when extending an offer, including responsibilities, experience, education, skills, internal equity, laws, contractual stipulations, funding, and market considerations.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care