unit secretary

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina in South Carolina is seeking a Unit Secretary to join the nursing station team. Under supervision, you will perform clerical tasks, handle communications, process physician orders, and maintain charts, records, supplies and equipment.

You will also serve as the receptionist and support clinical staff at the nurses’ station, with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency. This hourly role requires a high school degree or equivalent with 0–6 months of related

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent required; 0–6 months related healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with basic computer tasks and medical records is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve as receptionist at the nursing station and handle communications.
• Process physician orders and maintain charts, records, and supplies/equipment.
• Perform clerical duties under general supervision and ensure accurate documentation.
• Accurately perform computer-related tasks and support nursing staff.

Skills

Reception/front desk

Clerical tasks

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Standing/walking ability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

0–6 months related experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Unit Secretary on the ____________ Unit reports to the Nurse Manager of the ____. 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 CC000513 CHS - MedSurg - Neuro 8W (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-20 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift

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)

Additional Job Description Education

High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 0-6months

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