Patient Care Unit Secretary – Part-Time

001 University of Rochester; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 72,797,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY, invites applications for a part-time clerical role on patient care units. This position provides reception, transcription of orders, scheduling tests, and maintains confidentiality, with a 24-hour weekly schedule.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience; basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school education and 1 year of clerical experience, with demonstrated legible writing and verbal communication skills; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcription of patient care orders. Schedules tests and procedures with other departments. Completes and processes requisitions for tests, procedures and equipment.
• Obtains patient care equipment and/or supplies as requested by nurses and/or physicians. Notifies department of equipment that is in need of repair.
• Participates in patient admissions, discharges and transfers, according to unit requirements. Update patient care forms, e.g. patient census and diet order listing.
• Greets and receives visitors and staff in a professional manner, giving appropriate directions and guidance. Provides courteous and accurate telephone coverage. Takes and delivers messages. Triages problems to appropriate person or department.
• Maintains record of patient location when off unit.
• Communicates and works effectively with other departments on patient, staff and unit related matters. Follows directions of nurses, physicians and other authorized personnel during emergencies.
• Orders supplies/forms, assures their arrival and restocks appropriately.
• Maintains clean and orderly work environment.
• Provides assistance on other units as necessary.
• Assists with patient transport as needed.

Skills

Clerical skills

Customer service

Verbal/written communication

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Addressograph machine

Fax machine

Job description

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY, invites applications for a part-time clerical role on patient care units. This position provides reception, transcription of orders, scheduling tests, and maintains confidentiality, with a 24-hour weekly schedule.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience; basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology are preferred.