Unit Secretary - Cardiac Observation Unit - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to perform a variety of clerical tasks in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records. This role requires availability for all three shifts, weekends and holidays with rotation as directed.

High School Diploma or GED is required; completion of a Medical Terminology course is a plus. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, familiarity with MIS and medical terminology, and proficiency in Microsoft

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of Medical Terminology course is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and process patient and unit data and records.
• Assist with unit activities and clerical tasks.
• Ensure accurate handling of medications and related supplies as applicable.

Skills

Organizational skills

MIS familiarity

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

EMR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Terminology course

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR

Job description

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2023. Terms and Conditions apply

The Unit Secretary performs a variety of clerical tasks involved in preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit activities, data and records.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED: N/A

Experience PREFERRED

• Previous experience setting up and maintaining office system (organizational skills)
• Previous experience with medical insurance, MIS, and medical terminology
• Previous experience in a health care setting
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience with use of EMR

Education/training REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or GED

Education/training PREFERRED

• Completion of a Medical Terminology course

Independent Action(s) Required

• Able to perform daily activities with minimal supervision.
• Self directed in the accomplishment of routine activities.

Issues that involve violation of VCUHS policy or procedure that involve conflicts of a sensitive nature, or that would be considered unusual in nature are to be brought to the attention of the Nurse Manager (or designee) promptly as would be warranted by the immediacy of the issue.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional Position Requirements

• Unit Secretaries work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with specific Nurse Manager.
• Schedules including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or the best interest of the work unit.

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

• Physical - Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Repetitive motion
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$15.69 - $23.53

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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