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Northern Light Health; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is seeking an OPSU Secretary to support Pre-Op Surgery. The role performs clerical duties, requisitioning supplies and communicating with patients, with a structured 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM schedule. Salary ranges from $17.00 to $24.15 per hour depending on experience.

The position is full-time with a non-exempt status and will require accurate data entry, chart preparation, and coordination of surgical scheduling and patient records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Enters orders in the computer system timely and accurately.
• Prepares patient charts and other records, forms or unit requirements.
• Arranges consults as ordered.
• Obtains prior medical records when requested.
• Orders supplies.
• Maintains a neat, organized workspace and files data accurately.
• Communicates schedule and patient flow to staff to optimize operating room workflows.
• Maintains up-to-date patient demographics and procedure details on booking slips.

Skills

Integrity

Respect

Accountability

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital |US:ME:Ellsworth | Administrative Support | Full Time

Salary range- 17.00-24.15 USD

Description

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Department: Pre-Op Surgery

Position is located: Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Work Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Salary Range : $ 17.00 - $24.15

Exempt: No

Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Director or Charge Nurse, the OPSU Secretary is responsible for completing necessary requisitions and performing clerical and receptionist duties, requisitioning supplies, equipment and services from other departments, maintaining contact with waiting patients and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Communication

• Utilizes customer friendly telephone skills exhibited by friendly greeting, modulated voice and calm demeanor.
• Demonstrates welcoming atmosphere, exhibited by rapid response to inquiries, direct eye contact, appropriate facial expressions.
• Makes calls to aid flow of schedule as requested by Charge Nursed.
• Communicates "stat" orders to RN calmly, efficiently and rapidlye.
• Utilizes problem solving skills to alleviate communication obstacles.
• Utilized appropriate lines of communication.
• Utilizes problem solving skills to alleviate communication obstacles.

Responsibilities

• Enters orders in the computer system timely and accurately
• Prepares patient charts and other records, forms or unit requirements
• Arranges consults as ordered.
• Obtains prior medical records when requested.
• Orders supplies
• Participates in unit quality indicator tracking as requested per Nurse Manager
• Maintains a neat, organized work space
• Accurately files pre-admission work-up data and consent forms in patient's chart
• Maintains 3 month "surgery hold" file and assesses on a monthly basis
• Enters patient charges accurately and within 24 hours of procedure.
• Verifies charges entered by the RN in PACU,OPSU, Anesthesia and the OR on a daily basis.
• Clarifies patient billing concerns with appropriate staff.
• Schedules surgical procedure within a timely manner of receiving electronic booking of case (to include comment section)
• Keeps OR schedule blocked 6 months in advance
• Checks to assure correct patient demographics and procedure particulars a on booking slips.
• Types and edits all scheduling information to keep current.

Attendance

• Adheres to Attendance and Punctuality Policy, which includes but is not limited to.
• Reporting to work on time and when scheduled.
• Taking breaks per policy.
• Requesting time off with appropriate lead time.

Other Information

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
• Potential exposure to noxious odors.
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is a full-service hospital, serving both Hancock and western Washington Counties. Our 64-bed facility provides emergency, primary and specialty care, acute inpatient, diagnostic, birthing, and surgical services. At Maine Coast Hospital, we dedicate ourselves to providing exceptional medical care with the personal touch and convenience only a community hospital can offer. Maine Coast has earned both national and state recognition for patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Maine Coast Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state . Northern Light Health offers a broad range of services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.

The Ellsworth community is a short drive to the scenic Maine coast and is near Acadia National Park with mountains and exceptional year-round recreation including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, skiing, golf, and more. Our neighborhoods are safe, friendly, and have outstanding schools. Enjoy the best of both worlds, practicing at a smaller community hospital in one of the most beautiful places in Maine while having the support of a large healthcare system.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.