Secretary/Unit Clerk/Scheduling – Sunnyview Hospital - PT Weekends

Trinity Health Corp.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunnyview Hospital is seeking an Information Associate for weekend coverage in the Patient Care Center. The role provides clerical, reception, supply management and communication support to ensure high-quality services for patients, families, and staff, and it supports multiple Patient Care Centers as needed.

The position requires a High School Diploma (AAS preferred) and at least two years in a health-related setting, with strong interpersonal, organizational and time-management skills;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AAS preferred.
• Minimum of two years' work experience in a health-related area.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and health insurances.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the patients' medical records with accurate identification and proper organization.
• Answer, screen and route telephone calls; assist patients, families and the public; relay information to nurses/doctors as directed.
• General secretarial tasks and support of unit functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Medical terminology

Health insurance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

AAS preferred

Job description

Weekend Coverage

As a member of the Patient Care Centered Team, the Information Associate provides clerical, communication, reception, supply management and other supportive services for the Patient Care Center to ensure high quality services to patients, family members and other hospital staff. The Information Associate will be available to meet the needs of all Patient Care Centers as needed.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Weekend Shift

Description

Information Associate

Sunnyview Hospital

Weekend Coverage

As a member of the Patient Care Centered Team, the Information Associate provides clerical, communication, reception, supply management and other supportive services for the Patient Care Center to ensure high quality services to patients, family members and other hospital staff. The Information Associate will be available to meet the needs of all Patient Care Centers as needed.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma required. AAS preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of two years' work experience in a health related area. Exceptional interpersonal skills Good organizational and time management skills Knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of various health insurances

Principal Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the patients' medical record: Accurate identification of all patient forms and correct organization of medical records
• Acts as a receptionist for the unit - Answers, screens and routes telephone calls correctly, assists patients', families and the public, answers nurse/patient intercom system and relays information to responsible person, contacts patients' family or doctor as directed, ascertains identity of all persons, faxes medical information to physicians and Insurance carriers as requested
• General Secretarial tasks
• Support of unit functions

Pay Range:

$16.20 - $20.75

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.