Unit Secretary - Inpatient - PRN - Days

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

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support the Tappahannock Hospital Acute Care and ICU units. The role involves clerical duties to prepare, maintain and process patient and unit activities, data and records.

The position requires independent action with minimal supervision, familiarity with medical terminology, MIS, EMR and Microsoft Office. Prior healthcare experience is preferred; shifts include evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with medical terminology and EMR preferred.
• Familiarity with MIS and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to set up and maintain office systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical tasks to prepare, maintain and process patient and unit activities and records.
• Supports data entry and documentation for patient care units.
• Manages schedules and coordination to assist nursing and clinical staff as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Problem solving

Independent action

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR

MIS

Medical terminology

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.

Days

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