Unit Secretary - Inpatient - PRN - Days

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

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Unit Secretary for Tappahannock Hospital Acute Care and ICU units. The role involves clerical tasks to prepare, maintain and process patient and unit activities and records; shifts run 7a–7:30p and include weekends and holidays as needed.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, experience with EMR, Microsoft Office, medical terminology, and familiarity with medical billing/insurance processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Terminology course preferred.
• Able to perform daily activities with minimal supervision.
• Self-directed in routine tasks and able to follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks to prepare, maintain and process patient and unit activities, data and records.
• Assist with handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies as needed.
• Coordinate unit activities and data to support nursing and clinical staff.
• Work all three shifts, weekends and holidays; schedules may be adjusted to staffing needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Health insurance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Terminology course (preferred)

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office Suite

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

Days

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

Compensation Range

$15.69 - $23.53

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