unit secretary

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Unit Secretary for the NSICU to support the nurses’ station as receptionist, manage communications, process physician orders, and maintain charts, records, supplies and equipment. The role requires tasks performed on a computer and close coordination with nursing staff.

Education includes a high school diploma or equivalent; BLS certification is required within two weeks of hire. MUHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer participating in E-Verify.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required within 2 weeks of hire.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; MUSC promotes inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Receptionist at the nurses’ station and handles communications.
• Processes physician’s orders and maintains charts, records, supplies and equipment.
• Performs computer-related tasks and supports nursing staff.

Skills

Clerical skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Unit Secretary on the NSICU Unit reports to the Nurse Manager. Under general supervision, the Unit Secretary is accountable for performance of clerical work related to the nurses’ station. This position serves in the receptionist role at the nursing station; handles incoming and outgoing communications; processes physician’s orders; and maintains charts, records, supplies and, equipment. The Unit Secretary accurately performs computer related tasks.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000542 CHS - NSICU (Neurosciences ICU) (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Physical Requirements

NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)

Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)

Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)

Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)

Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)

Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)

Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)

Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)

Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)

Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions)

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)

Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)

*Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions)

*Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions

*Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

(Selected Positions) *

Additional Job Description

Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Work Experience: None. Certification: Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees