Unit Secretary - ER

Tenet Healthcare; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking an ER Unit Secretary to support the Emergency Department with communications, order entry, file maintenance and general clerical duties. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and preferred 1 year of ER unit secretary experience.

Minimum knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills are essential, along with current BLS certification and CPI card within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of unit secretary experience in Emergency Department preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider.
• Current CPI card (within 90 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communications for the unit.
• Perform order entry functions.
• Maintain files and provide clerical support.

Skills

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Rotation

Holiday Rotation:

Department: ER

Reporting to the Nursing Director, this position supports the unit by coordinating communications, performing order entry functions, maintaining files, and providing clerical support.

Minimum Education:

High school graduate or equivalent

Minimum Experience/Skills:

Minimum one (1) year of recent experience as Unit Secretary in similar Emergency Department preferred

Knowledge of medical terminology

Basic computer knowledge, such as word processing, spreadsheet

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

Must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association

Current CPI card - Nonviolent Crises Intervention Training (must obtain within 90-day of hire/transfer)