Secretary / Tech - Emergency Department - Full Time

Vitruvian Health; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee wellness program

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

ICHRA for health insurance

Paid Annual Leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in Dalton, GA is seeking a Secretary / Tech for the Emergency Department. This full-time role covers receptionist tasks, order entry, and coordination of admissions, while supporting nursing staff and monitoring cardiac equipment. A high school diploma and BLS CPR are required, with experience and relevant monitor-tech training preferred. Weekend shifts are part of the posted schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS CPR required.
• Monitor Technician training or ACC Specialist training preferred.
• Basic typing and understanding of medical terminology required.
• Ability to recognize acute changes in cardiac rhythms.

Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical support in the Emergency Care Department, including receptionist duties and order entry.
• Coordinate patient admissions and interdepartmental communications; assist with transfers as needed.
• Monitor cardiac monitoring systems for ED patients and Chest Pain Center.
• Assist licensed nursing staff in patient care under RN supervision.

Skills

Typing

Medical terminology

Cardiac rhythm recognition

Education

High school graduate

Job description

## Secretary / Tech - Emergency Department - Full TimeApplylocations: Dalton, GAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101248**Who We Are**At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‐being of every team member. **Our Legacy**Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‐driven team making a difference every day.**Our Values**Our core values—**Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)**—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission. **Your Career With Us**Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. **Excellence. Every person. Every time.****JOB SUMMARY** Provides general clerical support to the Emergency Care Department including receptionist duties, order entry, making necessary arrangements for in-house admission of Emergency Care Department patients, and coordination of Emergency Care Department communications with other hospital departments and transfers to other facilities. Monitors cardiac monitoring systems of patients in the Emergency Care Department or Chest Pain Center. Assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care to infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse and within the scope of defined practice.**JOB QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:** High school graduate or certified equivalent. **Licensure**: BLS CPR required. **Experience:**Prior experience in same or similar position is desirable. Background in medical relatedfield preferred.Monitor Technician training program, or equivalent, and ACC Specialist training preferred **Skills:** Basic typing and comprehension of medical terminology preferred. Ability to recognize achange in cardiac rhythms preferred. **PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS** Works in the Emergency Care Department setting with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients who are experiencing a wide range of acute and often stressful medical and/or surgical problems. Required to work posted schedule including weekends. Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions. **Full-Time Benefits*** 403(b) Matching (Retirement)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program (EAP)* Employee wellness program* Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance* Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability* Flexible Spending Accounts* ICHRA for health insurance* Paid Annual Leave (Time off)* Vision insurance