Unit Secretary - Inpatient - PRN - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health seeks a Unit Secretary to support acute care and ICU units with clerical tasks, data processing and record maintenance. The role requires acting across three shifts, including weekends and holidays, under nurse supervision.

Candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and familiarity with EMR and medical terminology. Strong organizational skills and self-direction are essential in this fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Clerical tasks experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology recommended.
• Experience with health care office processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clerical tasks preparing, maintaining and processing patient and unit records.
• Rotates across three shifts, including weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
• Coordinates with Nurse Manager on issues involving policy or unusual situations.
• Handles medications and related supplies as part of daily duties when required.

Skills

Clerical skills

Medical terminology

MS Office

EMR systems

Health care setting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tappahannock Hospital Acute Care and ICU units, 7a - 7:30 p. Working as needed at least 2 shifts per schedule with 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year. 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.

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